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GK12 CUW

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,455 mi
Last recorded96,455 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 CUW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2026 96,455 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 92,933 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 89,072 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 84,880 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 80,984 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted All 4 wheels. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 77,251 miles

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

Road wheel slightly distorted All 4 wheels on inner rims. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 74,644 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 69,826 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 65,037 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 59,110 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 53,176 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 45,494 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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GK12 CUW is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GK12 CUW, 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

How do I check the history of GK12 CUW?

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What year was GK12 CUW registered?

GK12 CUW is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is GK12 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK12 CUW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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