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PO61 EYA

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

275,683 mi
Last recorded275,683 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO61 EYA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 275,683 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 256,870 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 256,868 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 242,769 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2023 241,683 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 226,680 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 203,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rear seat belts not tested ()

Pass 12 Oct 2020 188,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Apr 2019 167,353 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn low and nail in tread

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2018 153,293 miles

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

Pass 4 May 2017 136,307 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 126,876 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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PO61 EYA is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 81,520 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 PO61 EYA, 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 PO61 EYA registered?

PO61 EYA is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is PO61 EYA safe to buy?

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