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PB12 PMB

2012 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,863 mi
Last recorded54,863 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB12 PMB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 54,863 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 54,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 53,685 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 50,060 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 43,985 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 39,211 miles

under trays fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2016 33,115 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Fail 22 Mar 2016 33,113 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 8 Apr 2015 26,658 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 26,613 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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PB12 PMB is a 2012 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PB12 PMB, 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 PB12 PMB registered?

PB12 PMB is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is PB12 PMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PB12 PMB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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