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C13 YNE

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,426 mi
Last recorded161,426 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC13 YNE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 161,426 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted flat spot in wheel (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm 225 55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 152,336 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 140,874 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 129,026 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 114,783 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 102,942 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 95,256 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 83,219 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 66,714 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 50,949 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 38,466 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 25,409 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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C13 YNE is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C13 YNE, 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.

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What year was C13 YNE registered?

C13 YNE is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 15 October 2012.

Is C13 YNE safe to buy?

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