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OW12 MFX

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

151,912 mi
Last recorded151,912 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW12 MFX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 151,912 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 135,544 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 122,940 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 112,914 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 105,010 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 104,985 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2020 98,616 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 86,212 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 70,940 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 68,305 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 62,457 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 52,637 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f outer tyre wall cut /damaged and tyre worn on edge

o/s/f outer tyre wall cut/damaged

trigger point not met

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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OW12 MFX is a 2012 BMW 530 in Blue 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 OW12 MFX, 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

How do I check the history of OW12 MFX?

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What year was OW12 MFX registered?

OW12 MFX is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is OW12 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW12 MFX 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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