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FJ12 JVU

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,389 mi
Last recorded161,389 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 JVU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 161,389 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cv boot (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 149,156 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 149,156 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 126,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear diff mounting bush showing signs of splitting

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FJ12 JVU is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FJ12 JVU, 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.

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What year was FJ12 JVU registered?

FJ12 JVU is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is FJ12 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 JVU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ12 JVU have outstanding finance?

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