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YB61 GUC

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

179,444 mi
Last recorded179,444 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 179,444 miles

Rear differential mount defective

Pass 1 Feb 2025 167,013 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 155,415 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 141,869 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 131,220 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 119,265 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 112,580 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 107,657 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 97,609 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2018 97,609 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed blow l lim as well (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 83,503 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn outer edge bald

Pass 6 Feb 2016 68,407 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 52,015 miles

All 4 brake discs worn/lipped

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 GUC 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 92.3%.

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 GUC, 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 GUC?

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What year was YB61 GUC registered?

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

Is YB61 GUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 GUC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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