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KV12 KCN

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,152 mi
Last recorded110,152 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 KCN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 110,152 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive possibly from sump plug / under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower suspension arm, should replace (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder/side wall worn slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 163,245 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2024 163,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rearward arm, outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Mar 2023 77,724 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front lower forward arm bushes should replace (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side rear inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 67,626 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 57,936 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 47,780 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 44,820 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 40,200 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 36,305 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 30,813 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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KV12 KCN 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 90.9%.

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 KV12 KCN, 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 KV12 KCN registered?

KV12 KCN is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is KV12 KCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 KCN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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