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HN62 DMU

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,452 mi
Last recorded105,452 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN62 DMU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 105,452 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 101,721 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 98,500 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 94,853 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 94,782 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x 2 ()

Offside Rear Outer c.v. joint leaking grease

Offside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

offside rear brake back plate damaged

Pass 11 Nov 2021 91,363 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 88,587 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 84,806 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 81,003 miles

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2018 81,003 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 75,581 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 69,018 miles

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 7 Nov 2015 63,722 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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HN62 DMU is a 2012 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HN62 DMU, 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 HN62 DMU registered?

HN62 DMU is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is HN62 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN62 DMU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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