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FP12 FLM

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,310 mi
Last recorded147,310 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 FLM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 147,310 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 125,788 miles

Nearside Front drl inop

Pass 8 Nov 2023 115,158 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 109,896 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 104,454 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 100,400 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 89,926 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 74,532 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

nearside front tyre cut in tread but no visible cords

rear tyres getting low on tread

Fail 10 Apr 2018 74,532 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

nearside front tyre cut in tread but no visible cords

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 1 Apr 2017 60,897 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 60,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside rear tyre bald on inner edge and 3mm tread deapth advise replace

Pass 2 Apr 2016 46,985 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wear

Offside Front Outer tyre wear

emissions not detected at test

Fail 26 Mar 2016 46,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre wear

Offside Front Outer tyre wear

emissions not detected at test

Pass 14 Apr 2015 40,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to front number plate

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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FP12 FLM is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FP12 FLM, 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 FP12 FLM registered?

FP12 FLM is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is FP12 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 FLM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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