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P12 VAK

2013 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,522 mi
Last recorded20,522 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP12 VAK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 20,522 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 19,070 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 17,545 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 17,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 15,092 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 15,092 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 13,452 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 11,096 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 8,680 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 7,467 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 6,370 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 4,251 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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P12 VAK is a 2013 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 79,457 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 P12 VAK, 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 13 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P12 VAK?

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What year was P12 VAK registered?

P12 VAK is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 6 September 2013.

Is P12 VAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P12 VAK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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