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UNZ 3842

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

110,496 mi
Last recorded110,496 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNZ 3842
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 110,496 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 94,987 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 94,983 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 90,512 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 81,350 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 73,900 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 60,711 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 55,539 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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UNZ 3842 is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UNZ 3842, 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 UNZ 3842?

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What year was UNZ 3842 registered?

UNZ 3842 is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is UNZ 3842 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNZ 3842 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UNZ 3842 have outstanding finance?

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