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HXZ 997

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

141,094 mi
Last recorded141,094 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHXZ 997
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 141,094 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2024 135,131 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 128,652 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 121,309 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 113,520 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 102,105 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 94,920 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 7 Jan 2019 79,809 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 63,826 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 63,824 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2017 44,598 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 27,473 miles

Offside Front wheel buckled

all tyres low

Pass 8 Jan 2015 11,203 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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HXZ 997 is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HXZ 997, 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 HXZ 997?

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What year was HXZ 997 registered?

HXZ 997 is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is HXZ 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HXZ 997 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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