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Y1 YTC

2013 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,919 mi
Last recorded85,919 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY1 YTC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 85,919 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 81,977 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 79,851 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 74,785 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 74,785 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 70,233 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 65,478 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 60,843 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2019 54,541 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 47,442 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 40,493 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 37,999 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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Y1 YTC is a 2013 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y1 YTC, 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 Y1 YTC registered?

Y1 YTC is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2013.

Is Y1 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y1 YTC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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