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RA12 UNL

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,405 mi
Last recorded64,405 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA12 UNL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 64,405 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 3 May 2018 58,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMIT (3.5.1g)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

brake pad warning light on

Pass 28 Apr 2017 50,612 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 50,575 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 38,189 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 29,066 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 27,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 27,880 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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RA12 UNL is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RA12 UNL, 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 RA12 UNL registered?

RA12 UNL is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is RA12 UNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA12 UNL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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