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EU12 FZV

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

171,243 mi
Last recorded171,243 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU12 FZV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 171,243 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2021 171,243 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 169,599 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rod end (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 152,852 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 146,066 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2017 134,321 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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EU12 FZV is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 81,520 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 EU12 FZV, 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 EU12 FZV registered?

EU12 FZV is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is EU12 FZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU12 FZV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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