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YB12 JZH

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

171,195 mi
Last recorded171,195 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 JZH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 171,195 miles

unable to see brake pads

under body covered

Pass 24 Oct 2024 167,125 miles

under body covered

unable to see brake pads

Fail 24 Oct 2024 167,117 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

unable to see brake pads

under body covered

Pass 26 Oct 2023 163,431 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

emissions to clean to read

sills and under body covered

Pass 8 Nov 2022 157,958 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 154,078 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 148,865 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 141,975 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

nearside rear tyre tread worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2018 133,014 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 109,752 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 86,903 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 86,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 58,699 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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YB12 JZH 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 84.6%.

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 YB12 JZH, 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 YB12 JZH registered?

YB12 JZH is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is YB12 JZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 JZH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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