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SW12 FRF

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,313 mi
Last recorded76,313 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 FRF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 76,313 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 57,626 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 49,450 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 49,449 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 32,895 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)

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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SW12 FRF is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SW12 FRF, 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

How do I check the history of SW12 FRF?

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What year was SW12 FRF registered?

SW12 FRF is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is SW12 FRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW12 FRF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW12 FRF have outstanding finance?

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