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LR12 VLA

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,572 mi
Last recorded129,572 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 VLA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2024 129,572 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 129,368 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 120,675 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Oct 2021 107,220 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 96,124 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 74,110 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2018 53,522 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 33,066 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 27,273 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 27,273 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 19,717 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,682 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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LR12 VLA is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VLA, 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 VLA?

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What year was LR12 VLA registered?

LR12 VLA is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is LR12 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 VLA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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