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J12 BRF

2006 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

95,469 mi
Last recorded95,469 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 BRF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 95,469 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 93,445 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 90,398 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 15 Feb 2023 85,037 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 78,356 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 78,356 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 71,312 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 68,095 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 27 Feb 2019 64,669 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 60,891 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 56,777 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded longitudinal (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded longitudinal (3.6.B.2c)

recommend park brake service

Pass 17 Feb 2016 53,297 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 47,679 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 38,010 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 29,939 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 20,590 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 17,992 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 15,279 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 11,877 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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J12 BRF is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 105,835 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 J12 BRF, 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 20 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 J12 BRF registered?

J12 BRF is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 20 April 2006.

Is J12 BRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J12 BRF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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