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YB61 EAW

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,943 mi
Last recorded171,943 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 EAW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 171,943 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 150,156 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 131,330 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 101,171 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 87,562 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 74,846 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 74,846 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 65,785 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 54,877 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 54,877 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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 EAW is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EAW, 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 YB61 EAW registered?

YB61 EAW is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 15 February 2012.

Is YB61 EAW safe to buy?

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