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MR60 CSB

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

67,125 mi
Last recorded67,125 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR60 CSB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 67,125 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 63,130 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 57,989 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 52,037 miles

Front brake wear indicator illuminated

Nearside Front Headlamp has condensation inside

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Oct 2021 46,375 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2021 46,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 41,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2019 35,617 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 30,856 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 27,498 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 22,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s rear tyre worn on inner edge and nail in tread. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 17,889 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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MR60 CSB 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 91.7%.

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 MR60 CSB, 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 MR60 CSB registered?

MR60 CSB is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is MR60 CSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR60 CSB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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