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MF12 HKP

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,788 mi
Last recorded127,788 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 HKP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 127,788 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 127,013 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 119,851 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 110,154 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 100,318 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2022 100,318 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2021 89,493 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 78,060 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 78,044 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 65,287 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 53,893 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 45,311 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 45,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2016 41,249 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 13 Apr 2016 41,246 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2015 37,671 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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MF12 HKP is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF12 HKP, 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 MF12 HKP registered?

MF12 HKP is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is MF12 HKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 HKP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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