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YB12 HTT

2012 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

154,399 mi
Last recorded154,399 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 HTT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 154,399 miles

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

trays and covers fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2024 148,169 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Aug 2023 138,853 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 18 Aug 2022 207,951 miles

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

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

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Aug 2021 118,184 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2020 110,355 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2019 101,244 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Fail 19 Jul 2019 101,244 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2018 90,171 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 68,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 49,659 miles

Front wipers smearing the screen

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 39,093 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 39,079 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 HTT is a 2012 BMW 535 in Black 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 HTT, 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 YB12 HTT registered?

YB12 HTT is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is YB12 HTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 HTT 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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