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PJ61 NLD

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,097 mi
Last recorded126,097 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ61 NLD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 126,097 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 124,000 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 120,121 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 117,207 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 113,188 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 110,201 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 90,180 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 77,142 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 62,100 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 47,879 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 38,701 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 38,642 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.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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PJ61 NLD is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver 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 PJ61 NLD, 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

How do I check the history of PJ61 NLD?

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What year was PJ61 NLD registered?

PJ61 NLD is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is PJ61 NLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ61 NLD 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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