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BV12 WLG

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,436 mi
Last recorded115,436 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 115,436 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 108,699 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 95,276 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 95,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 81,929 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 66,808 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 54,853 miles

n/s/r tyre worn low 2.5mm

Fail 6 Mar 2015 54,853 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/r tyre worn low 2.5mm

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 WLG is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WLG, 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 WLG registered?

BV12 WLG is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is BV12 WLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 WLG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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