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HG12 NSE

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

204,552 mi
Last recorded204,552 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 NSE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 204,552 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 May 2024 185,049 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 170,608 miles

front anti roll bar corroded

Pass 17 May 2022 160,795 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 May 2022 160,794 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 152,098 miles

Nearside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edges.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 22 Jun 2020 136,880 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Apr 2019 126,957 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 8 Apr 2019 126,957 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 18 Apr 2018 118,388 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged buckled (4.2.A.1a)

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 17 Apr 2018 118,388 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged buckled (4.2.A.1a)

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 4 Apr 2017 108,347 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 21 Apr 2016 101,513 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 101,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245-45-18 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 73,578 miles

Both front tyres BOLD on outer 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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HG12 NSE is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG12 NSE, 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 HG12 NSE registered?

HG12 NSE is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is HG12 NSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 NSE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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