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KN12 NHC

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,532 mi
Last recorded126,532 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 NHC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 126,532 miles

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

Offside Front 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))

Fail 1 Aug 2025 126,532 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front 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 14 Aug 2024 118,353 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2024 118,353 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 114,312 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 105,261 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 95,711 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 91,187 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 81,070 miles

OSF Tyre Punctured to Inner Sidewall

Both Front Tyres Extensively Perished / Cracked

Pass 13 Aug 2018 74,738 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 63,491 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 50,702 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 41,000 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 40,983 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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KN12 NHC is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KN12 NHC, 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 KN12 NHC registered?

KN12 NHC is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is KN12 NHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN12 NHC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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