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PE61 ERS

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,738 mi
Last recorded102,738 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE61 ERS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 102,738 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2025 102,691 miles

Nearside Rear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 99,662 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 99,615 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 93,105 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 88,235 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and perishing in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement differential support bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 79,537 miles

Front Inner 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))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 79,520 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner 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 19 Nov 2020 73,308 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 73,308 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2019 69,502 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 62,467 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 53,272 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 46,820 miles

Nearside Rear cut to sidewall

Nearside Rear suspension bellows perished

Pass 13 May 2015 34,314 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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PE61 ERS is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PE61 ERS, 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 PE61 ERS registered?

PE61 ERS is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is PE61 ERS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE61 ERS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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