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JP12 XXX

2014 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

117,679 mi
Last recorded117,679 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 53070,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJP12 XXX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 117,679 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 104,963 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 99,554 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2025 99,553 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 92,321 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2024 92,320 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 82,219 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 73,579 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 65,038 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 54,236 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 43,323 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 36,945 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 36,945 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 25,510 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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JP12 XXX is a 2014 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2014 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 70,902 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JP12 XXX, 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 12 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JP12 XXX registered?

JP12 XXX is a 2014 BMW 530, first registered on 3 March 2014.

Is JP12 XXX safe to buy?

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