2012 BMW 530d Ac MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 530d Ac models manufactured in 2012, based on 49 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2012 BMW 530d Ac MOT Analysis
The 2012 BMW 530d Ac has an MOT pass rate of 87.8% based on 49 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 120,179 miles on the odometer. With a 12.2% failure rate, the 2012 530d Ac is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 BMW 530d Ac is Registration Plates and VIN, responsible for 4.1% of failures. Registration Plates and VIN issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Suspension is the second most common issue at 4.1%. Non-component advisories follows at 2.0%.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall 530d Ac page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration Plates And Vin | 4.1% | 2 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.1% | 2 |
| 3 | Non-component Advisories | 2.0% | 1 |
| 4 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.0% | 1 |
| 5 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 120,179 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.34 | 4.1% | 2 |
| Suspension | 0.34 | 4.1% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.17 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.17 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.17 | 2.0% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2012 BMW 530d Ac has an MOT pass rate of 87.8% based on 49 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 120,179 miles on the odometer. With a 12.2% failure rate, the 2012 530d Ac is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 BMW 530d Ac, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to registration plates and vin: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With an average mileage of 120,179 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Registration Plates and VIN — 4.1% of failures
Registration Plates and VIN issues account for 4.1% of MOT failures on 2012 BMW 530d Ac models. Registration Plates and VIN issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Suspension — 4.1% of failures
Suspension issues account for 4.1% of MOT failures on 2012 BMW 530d Ac models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Non-component advisories — 2.0% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 2.0% of MOT failures on 2012 BMW 530d Ac models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.