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YB61 CNU

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,905 mi
Last recorded47,905 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 CNU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 47,905 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 41,798 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 34,878 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 26,354 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 19,647 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 13,483 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 13,458 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 13,334 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 13,246 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 13,115 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 12,499 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 12,148 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 11,527 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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YB61 CNU is a 2012 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YB61 CNU, 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

How do I check the history of YB61 CNU?

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What year was YB61 CNU registered?

YB61 CNU is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is YB61 CNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 CNU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB61 CNU have outstanding finance?

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