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E9 MWG

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,559 mi
Last recorded147,559 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE9 MWG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 147,559 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6m at time of test / wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 130,341 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 113,330 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 102,818 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Apr 2022 92,983 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre non repairable ()

Pass 26 Jan 2021 81,844 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2021 81,844 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jan 2020 76,265 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 67,074 miles

Rear Tyres Showing Signs of Wearing on Inner Edges

Pass 1 Feb 2018 59,210 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 47,661 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 34,517 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Mar 2015 25,252 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 25,235 miles

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

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

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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E9 MWG is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E9 MWG, 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 E9 MWG registered?

E9 MWG is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is E9 MWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E9 MWG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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