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KR12 CBF

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,954 mi
Last recorded147,954 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR12 CBF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 147,954 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 Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 135,980 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 121,533 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 98,439 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 89,619 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 81,790 miles

Engine cover and Under-Tray cover fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 69,998 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 55,913 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 49,396 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 44,795 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inside

Pass 24 Jun 2015 40,244 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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KR12 CBF is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 KR12 CBF, 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.

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What year was KR12 CBF registered?

KR12 CBF is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is KR12 CBF safe to buy?

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