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WR62 GFK

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,198 mi
Last recorded125,198 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR62 GFK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 125,198 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2026 125,198 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2025 106,365 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 106,364 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2023 105,144 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 103,672 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 99,630 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 95,527 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 89,879 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 89,873 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 82,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edge of tread 225/55/17 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 64,913 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 50,583 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres worn at inner edges

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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WR62 GFK 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 76.9%.

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 WR62 GFK, 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 WR62 GFK registered?

WR62 GFK is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is WR62 GFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR62 GFK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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