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SL62 VBO

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

151,342 mi
Last recorded151,342 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 VBO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 151,342 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2026 151,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 146,100 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 132,660 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Feb 2023 118,807 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 118,804 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2021 102,299 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2021 102,299 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 88,437 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 88,432 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 77,117 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 66,878 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 56,996 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 56,947 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel cracked face (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 34,997 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Aug 2015 13,611 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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SL62 VBO is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SL62 VBO, 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 SL62 VBO registered?

SL62 VBO is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is SL62 VBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL62 VBO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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