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S20 HOC

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

141,537 mi
Last recorded141,537 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS20 HOC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 141,537 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 230,484 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 128,992 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 121,077 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 110,516 miles

undertrays fitted to front and centre of vehicle not allowing adequate view of certain components

Pass 28 Mar 2017 97,141 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 29 Feb 2016 82,410 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2015 63,053 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 12 Mar 2015 63,050 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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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S20 HOC is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S20 HOC, 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.

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What year was S20 HOC registered?

S20 HOC is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is S20 HOC safe to buy?

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