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SM61 NFV

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

218,120 mi
Last recorded218,120 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 NFV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 218,120 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 218,119 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 206,520 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 195,219 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 183,680 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 172,125 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 167,594 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 159,260 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 149,981 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Feb 2017 147,423 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 98,652 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 49,006 miles

N/S rear tyre worn on inner edge

Nail in nearside rear tyre

O/S rear tyre worn severely on inner edge

Rear brake pads low

Fail 11 Feb 2015 49,006 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

N/S rear tyre worn on inner edge

Nail in nearside rear tyre

O/S rear tyre worn severely on inner edge

Rear brake pads low

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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SM61 NFV is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SM61 NFV, 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 SM61 NFV registered?

SM61 NFV is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is SM61 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 NFV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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