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HV12 KEJ

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,896 mi
Last recorded124,896 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 KEJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 124,896 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 124,860 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 120,752 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 106,863 miles

play in nearside track rod end ball joint

Pass 26 Feb 2018 92,056 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 75,545 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm, worn on edges and going bold (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm, worn on edges and going bold (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 97,880 miles

undertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 24 Mar 2015 72,078 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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HV12 KEJ is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KEJ, 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 HV12 KEJ registered?

HV12 KEJ is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is HV12 KEJ safe to buy?

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