CarVerify

Free Car Check

HV12 EMX

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,384 mi
Last recorded140,384 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 EMX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 140,384 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 133,550 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 118,414 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 113,929 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 100,832 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 92,571 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 92,558 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 83,038 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 74,107 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
Full BMW 530 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HV12 EMX is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HV12 EMX, 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 HV12 EMX?

You can check the full history of HV12 EMX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HV12 EMX registered?

HV12 EMX is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is HV12 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV12 EMX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV12 EMX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HV12 EMX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.