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GY12 ZFJ

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,552 mi
Last recorded126,552 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 ZFJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 126,552 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 121,449 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 115,552 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 107,640 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 99,473 miles

under trays fitted.

Fail 13 Nov 2021 99,473 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted.

Pass 3 Aug 2020 92,204 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted.

Pass 20 Jul 2019 80,501 miles

under tray fitted.

Pass 16 Jul 2018 71,104 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 61,158 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 54,728 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 48,359 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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GY12 ZFJ 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 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 GY12 ZFJ, 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 GY12 ZFJ registered?

GY12 ZFJ is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is GY12 ZFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 ZFJ 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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