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ED11 ZAR

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,022 mi
Last recorded62,022 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationED11 ZAR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2026 62,022 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 58,987 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 57,262 miles

under trays fitted.

Pass 10 Aug 2023 54,865 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 53,524 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 51,656 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 49,015 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 45,721 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 41,118 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 35,761 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 27,928 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 20,482 miles

Nearside Rear 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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ED11 ZAR is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ED11 ZAR, 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

How do I check the history of ED11 ZAR?

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What year was ED11 ZAR registered?

ED11 ZAR is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is ED11 ZAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ED11 ZAR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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