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J555 STG

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,025 mi
Last recorded111,025 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 STG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 111,025 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 103,989 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 95,899 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 88,620 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 8 Jun 2022 76,642 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 69,533 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 62,718 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 53,417 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 42,612 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 39,812 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 35,970 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,254 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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J555 STG is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J555 STG, 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 J555 STG?

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What year was J555 STG registered?

J555 STG is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is J555 STG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 STG shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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