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MA12 BVS

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,901 mi
Last recorded106,901 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA12 BVS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 106,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 104,607 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 102,372 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 96,934 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 88,721 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 81,651 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 78,473 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 69,958 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 61,637 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 52,711 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 42,459 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 32,087 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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MA12 BVS 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 MA12 BVS, 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 MA12 BVS registered?

MA12 BVS is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is MA12 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA12 BVS 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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