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DY12 HTF

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,822 mi
Last recorded74,822 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 HTF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 74,822 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 64,629 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 64,626 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 17 May 2017 68,253 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 68,253 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 47,988 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And tyre has a NAIL. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,819 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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DY12 HTF is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DY12 HTF, 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 DY12 HTF?

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What year was DY12 HTF registered?

DY12 HTF is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is DY12 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 HTF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY12 HTF have outstanding finance?

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