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SL12 WYF

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,025 mi
Last recorded94,025 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 WYF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 94,025 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 83,452 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 74,522 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 67,426 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 58,852 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 51,027 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2019 44,641 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 37,546 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 35,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components.

Fail 14 Mar 2018 35,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components.

Pass 20 Mar 2017 26,879 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components.

Pass 29 Mar 2016 19,120 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 30 Apr 2015 12,452 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SL12 WYF is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SL12 WYF, 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 SL12 WYF registered?

SL12 WYF is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is SL12 WYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL12 WYF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL12 WYF have outstanding finance?

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