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FG12 JLX

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,910 mi
Last recorded134,910 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 JLX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 134,910 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 119,191 miles

Offside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected Brake disc back plate insecure. (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 106,230 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 106,230 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2019 89,071 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 69,903 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 59,589 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 84,630 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 46,768 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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FG12 JLX is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG12 JLX, 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 FG12 JLX registered?

FG12 JLX is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 April 2012.

Is FG12 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 JLX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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