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GU12 CWP

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,161 mi
Last recorded143,161 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 CWP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2026 143,161 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 140,445 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 137,992 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 133,580 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 126,720 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 119,635 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 114,531 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 109,169 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 100,484 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 94,720 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 86,198 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle obscuring some items

Pass 29 Jan 2016 75,147 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 60,962 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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GU12 CWP 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 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 GU12 CWP, 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 GU12 CWP?

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What year was GU12 CWP registered?

GU12 CWP is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is GU12 CWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 CWP shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU12 CWP have outstanding finance?

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