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K21 ALF

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,429 mi
Last recorded101,429 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK21 ALF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 101,429 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 88,632 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 77,030 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 68,572 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 60,476 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 60,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2021 55,940 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 49,271 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 39,582 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 39,582 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected Air bellow carcass frayed and bulged (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 28,406 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 24,967 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 20,093 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 18,741 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 15,613 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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K21 ALF is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K21 ALF, 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

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What year was K21 ALF registered?

K21 ALF is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is K21 ALF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K21 ALF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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