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FD12 XZW

2012 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,666 mi
Last recorded87,666 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 XZW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 87,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge 225 55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge 225 55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 78,471 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 71,915 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 62,964 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 62,930 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 49,071 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 34,073 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 24,587 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 23,234 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 22,090 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 21,185 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 18,665 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 18,665 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 14,331 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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FD12 XZW is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol 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 FD12 XZW, 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 FD12 XZW registered?

FD12 XZW is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is FD12 XZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 XZW 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.

Does FD12 XZW have outstanding finance?

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