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MV62 ZTN

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

65,525 mi
Last recorded65,525 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV62 ZTN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 65,525 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 60,969 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 59,188 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 59,159 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 52,830 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 47,429 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 42,679 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 40,719 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side Remaining Tread 4mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both side (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 36,947 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned both side (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 34,314 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Oct 2017 31,005 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 27,314 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 22,838 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 21,972 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 21,962 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

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

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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MV62 ZTN is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MV62 ZTN, 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 MV62 ZTN registered?

MV62 ZTN is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is MV62 ZTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV62 ZTN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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