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FX12 OCG

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

159,683 mi
Last recorded159,683 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 OCG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 159,683 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 147,899 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 136,769 miles

Advise Under Body Panels Fitted NOT Allowing Inspection Of Testable Items

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 129,757 miles

Advise Under Body Panels Fitted NOT Allowing Inspection Of Testable Items

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 123,153 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 115,446 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres outer and inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 17 Aug 2020 109,641 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm - 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 102,549 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 102,168 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 94,672 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 74,167 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 63,187 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 42,288 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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FX12 OCG is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FX12 OCG, 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 FX12 OCG registered?

FX12 OCG is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is FX12 OCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX12 OCG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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