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LG12 AAU

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

147,372 mi
Last recorded147,372 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 AAU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 147,372 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 139,516 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 139,516 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 128,812 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 117,530 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 106,240 miles

Nearside Rear 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 27 Feb 2020 95,151 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 77,252 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 8 Mar 2018 61,793 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges.

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 24 Feb 2017 43,890 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 24 Feb 2017 43,889 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 9 Mar 2016 29,768 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 23,047 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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LG12 AAU is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LG12 AAU, 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 LG12 AAU registered?

LG12 AAU is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is LG12 AAU safe to buy?

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