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TB12 LYS

2017 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,799 mi
Last recorded102,799 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 53054,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTB12 LYS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 102,799 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

n.s.f brake disc backing plate insecure

Pass 11 Mar 2025 78,836 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 65,761 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 59,209 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 51,567 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 42,445 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 42,445 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2020 30,681 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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TB12 LYS is a 2017 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 54,364 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 TB12 LYS, 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 9 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 TB12 LYS registered?

TB12 LYS is a 2017 BMW 530, first registered on 28 February 2017.

Is TB12 LYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for TB12 LYS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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