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K3 CNY

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,107 mi
Last recorded176,107 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 CNY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2025 176,107 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 162,881 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 149,480 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 138,153 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 131,987 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 131,394 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 129,257 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 126,447 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 122,556 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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K3 CNY is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 K3 CNY, 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 K3 CNY?

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What year was K3 CNY registered?

K3 CNY is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 December 2012.

Is K3 CNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K3 CNY shows 9 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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