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DE62 UJB

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,826 mi
Last recorded101,826 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE62 UJB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 101,826 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 97,106 miles

condensation to near side headlight

off side rear tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 19 Jun 2025 97,106 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

condensation to near side headlight

off side rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 10 Jun 2024 93,762 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 93,643 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 88,873 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 82,591 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 76,039 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 76,039 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2020 70,449 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 64,211 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 56,723 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2017 46,696 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

engine covers and under covers fitted

front brake pads require checking

Pass 28 Jan 2016 32,738 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 22,101 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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DE62 UJB is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DE62 UJB, 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.

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What year was DE62 UJB registered?

DE62 UJB is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is DE62 UJB safe to buy?

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