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SK12 XPA

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,796 mi
Last recorded121,796 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 XPA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 121,796 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 92,697 miles

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))

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Pass 21 Aug 2020 89,479 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 86,907 miles

Engine & Under covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 80,509 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 80,509 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front brake reaction bushes are split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 70,358 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 54,729 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 40,123 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SK12 XPA is a 2012 BMW 530 in Blue 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 SK12 XPA, 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 SK12 XPA registered?

SK12 XPA is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is SK12 XPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK12 XPA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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