MOT Status
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211,532 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Exhaust flex deteriorated
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Exhaust flex deteriorated
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Side repeater not working Lens also damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Exhaust flex deteriorated
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front bumper damage
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the BMW 530?
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L40 XEL 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 73.3%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 L40 XEL, 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 L40 XEL registered?
L40 XEL is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 9 March 2012.
Is L40 XEL safe to buy?
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