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GY12 CYL

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,067 mi
Last recorded80,067 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 CYL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2020 80,067 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 76,673 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 68,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 56,679 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre tread is at 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 41,900 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 26,151 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 25,443 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 19,907 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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GY12 CYL 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 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 GY12 CYL, 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 GY12 CYL registered?

GY12 CYL is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is GY12 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 CYL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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