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GU12 EUV

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

111,771 mi
Last recorded111,771 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2022 111,771 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 107,831 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 94,049 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear coil spring looks to be incorrectly seated but secure time of test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

centre exhaust bracket loose but exhaust system considered secure time of test with other mounts

Pass 17 Dec 2019 80,429 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play marked yellow. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 76,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 72,434 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 66,526 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 51,084 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 51,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 33,189 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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GU12 EUV is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EUV, 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.

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What year was GU12 EUV registered?

GU12 EUV is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is GU12 EUV safe to buy?

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