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YB12 HFU

2012 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,301 mi
Last recorded133,301 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 HFU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 133,301 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 129,817 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 125,296 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 113,021 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 102,742 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 93,455 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 78,932 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 62,328 miles

exhaust soot around egr cooler

Pass 2 Dec 2016 47,486 miles

Small stone chips inside and outside zone A

Fail 2 Dec 2016 47,486 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Small stone chips inside and outside zone A

Pass 29 Dec 2015 32,030 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 29,381 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 15,309 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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YB12 HFU is a 2012 BMW 535 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 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YB12 HFU, 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

How do I check the history of YB12 HFU?

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What year was YB12 HFU registered?

YB12 HFU is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is YB12 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 HFU 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.

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