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PJ12 TKT

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,645 mi
Last recorded101,645 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 TKT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 101,645 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides sticker (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 101,633 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2023 96,986 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 92,226 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 90,526 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 90,526 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2020 85,013 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 83,346 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 76,439 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 68,359 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Apr 2016 54,833 miles

wipers smearing

Fail 18 Apr 2016 54,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm + very badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

wipers smearing

Pass 26 Apr 2015 37,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 TKT is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TKT, 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 TKT registered?

PJ12 TKT is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is PJ12 TKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ12 TKT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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