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YB61 EHU

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,852 mi
Last recorded135,852 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 EHU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 135,852 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 128,008 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 118,207 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 105,177 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Manufacturer undercovers fitted not allowing full inspection

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 90,046 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 90,046 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 68,224 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 57,689 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both NSF+OSF (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NSR+OSR 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 57,689 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both NSR+OSR (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both NSF+OSF (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NSR+OSR 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 42,950 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 39,384 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 33,003 miles

Engine covers and under covers fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2016 26,895 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 20,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 EHU is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EHU, 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 EHU registered?

YB61 EHU is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is YB61 EHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 EHU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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