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R111 GUR

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,306 mi
Last recorded173,306 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 GUR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 173,306 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 167,184 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 161,065 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2022 150,261 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2021 145,721 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 136,935 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 114,535 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 104,934 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 93,545 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 82,889 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 81,468 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 70,632 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 52,326 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 30,318 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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R111 GUR is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R111 GUR, 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 R111 GUR?

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What year was R111 GUR registered?

R111 GUR is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is R111 GUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R111 GUR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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