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K28 JSY

2012 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

116,335 mi
Last recorded116,335 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK28 JSY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 116,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 103,589 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 91,740 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 91,523 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2022 78,962 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 75,285 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 75,285 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Done (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high Done (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 72,219 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2019 67,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn worn on edge

Pass 24 Sep 2018 63,799 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 52,163 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 15 Aug 2017 52,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Sep 2016 43,556 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 43,556 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

neaeside front tyre has cracks in sidewall

Pass 12 Aug 2015 35,560 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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K28 JSY is a 2012 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K28 JSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K28 JSY registered?

K28 JSY is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 17 May 2012.

Is K28 JSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K28 JSY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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