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DC12 AFT

2013 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,641 mi
Last recorded87,641 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC12 AFT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 87,641 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 83,922 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 80,925 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 76,609 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 72,436 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 68,428 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 64,364 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 58,702 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 53,016 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 44,557 miles

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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DC12 AFT is a 2013 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 79,457 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 DC12 AFT, 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 13 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DC12 AFT?

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What year was DC12 AFT registered?

DC12 AFT is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 25 September 2013.

Is DC12 AFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC12 AFT shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DC12 AFT have outstanding finance?

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