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GL12 CZS

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,387 mi
Last recorded62,387 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 CZS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 62,387 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 61,804 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 59,753 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 58,353 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 56,337 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 50,953 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 37,743 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 37,708 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 35,179 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 29,836 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 25,558 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 25,557 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn outside edge

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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GL12 CZS is a 2012 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GL12 CZS, 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 GL12 CZS?

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What year was GL12 CZS registered?

GL12 CZS is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is GL12 CZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 CZS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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