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FW12 NTT

2012 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

156,640 mi
Last recorded156,640 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 NTT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 156,640 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 147,699 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 147,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 139,643 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 130,682 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 120,846 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 108,256 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 97,364 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 84,276 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 71,850 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 60,515 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 60,303 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 49,523 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nsr (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit osr (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 41,827 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 39,607 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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FW12 NTT is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FW12 NTT, 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 FW12 NTT registered?

FW12 NTT is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 13 August 2012.

Is FW12 NTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 NTT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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