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BV12 HMX

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,083 mi
Last recorded128,083 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 HMX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 128,083 miles

under trays fitted and sill covers

Fail 28 Aug 2025 128,053 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted and sill covers

Pass 30 Aug 2024 123,707 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 113,357 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 104,918 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 90,384 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 86,238 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 75,775 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 72,532 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 65,566 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

undertray and engine cover.

Pass 3 Apr 2017 54,937 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 41,975 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 36,036 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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BV12 HMX is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 81,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV12 HMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV12 HMX registered?

BV12 HMX is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BV12 HMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 HMX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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