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YB61 GTY

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,129 mi
Last recorded163,129 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 163,129 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted obscuring view

Pass 10 Mar 2025 154,011 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 146,192 miles

Front suspension indicating a fault but appears working requires investigation

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2024 146,148 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function affected Dampening effect (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 131,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 120,031 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2021 111,227 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2020 100,228 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 78,345 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 GTY is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GTY, 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 GTY registered?

YB61 GTY is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is YB61 GTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 GTY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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