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J88 YMA

2013 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,581 mi
Last recorded118,581 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 YMA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 118,581 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 97,326 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 86,610 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 83,015 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 79,082 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 74,568 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 69,675 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 64,492 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 60,382 miles

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

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

both rear tyres 3mm

Pass 11 Jan 2017 52,616 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only

Pass 29 Jan 2016 40,476 miles

Front Lower engine covers fitted top and bottom and along underside of vehicle

Pass 11 Nov 2014 20,548 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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J88 YMA is a 2013 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 2013 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 79,457 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 J88 YMA, 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 13 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J88 YMA registered?

J88 YMA is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 6 February 2013.

Is J88 YMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 YMA shows 12 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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