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PJ12 GAR

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,347 mi
Last recorded122,347 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 GAR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 122,347 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 118,142 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 113,338 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2023 113,312 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 107,471 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 104,049 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 100,872 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 92,749 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Mar 2018 75,218 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 63,176 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 59,794 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 54,787 miles

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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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PJ12 GAR is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey 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 PJ12 GAR, 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 PJ12 GAR registered?

PJ12 GAR is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is PJ12 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ12 GAR 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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