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SN12 GBU

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

233,574 mi
Last recorded233,574 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN12 GBU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 233,574 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

brake backing plate loose

Pass 29 May 2025 219,589 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on both inner and outer edges

Pass 24 May 2024 201,576 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 185,779 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Plastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Windscreen damaged.

Fail 16 May 2023 185,770 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute All (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Plastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Windscreen damaged.

Pass 8 Sep 2021 156,526 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

full factory fitted undertrays/covers.

Pass 3 Sep 2020 143,793 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 143,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge worn. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front brakes imbalanced.

Rear tyres worn.

Pass 5 Aug 2019 124,264 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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SN12 GBU is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SN12 GBU, 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 SN12 GBU registered?

SN12 GBU is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is SN12 GBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN12 GBU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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