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LR12 KZB

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,523 mi
Last recorded124,523 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 KZB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 124,523 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 123,740 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 106,481 miles

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 8 May 2018 96,622 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 89,647 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 68,950 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 58,127 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 58,127 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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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LR12 KZB is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LR12 KZB, 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

How do I check the history of LR12 KZB?

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What year was LR12 KZB registered?

LR12 KZB is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is LR12 KZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 KZB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR12 KZB have outstanding finance?

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