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M13 UFK

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,178 mi
Last recorded125,178 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 UFK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 125,178 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 120,007 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 115,889 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 108,580 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 93,880 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 76,994 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 70,504 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2018 60,123 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 53,871 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint back (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint back (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 7 Dec 2016 48,675 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 35,050 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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M13 UFK is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 M13 UFK, 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 M13 UFK registered?

M13 UFK is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is M13 UFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M13 UFK shows 11 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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