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KU61 WBO

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

107,600 mi
Last recorded107,600 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU61 WBO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 107,600 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 98,135 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 85,764 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 84,556 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 67,366 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 65,980 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 64,398 miles

Engine covers, under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 60,027 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 28 Jan 2019 60,024 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

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2018 55,747 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2017 47,778 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 41,107 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 28,838 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 28,838 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 12,434 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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KU61 WBO is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black 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 KU61 WBO, 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 KU61 WBO registered?

KU61 WBO is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is KU61 WBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU61 WBO 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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