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FN12 WRZ

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

190,040 mi
Last recorded190,040 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 WRZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 190,040 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2024 177,313 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 162,589 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 162,586 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 151,354 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear bot sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 146,600 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 132,129 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 112,401 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 112,401 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2017 86,640 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 86,631 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 73,150 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 51,304 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 51,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FN12 WRZ is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FN12 WRZ, 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 FN12 WRZ registered?

FN12 WRZ is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FN12 WRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN12 WRZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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