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YB62 EXA

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,883 mi
Last recorded117,883 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB62 EXA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 117,883 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 111,700 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 101,450 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2024 101,450 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 93,796 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 86,528 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 86,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 80,285 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 76,559 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 69,747 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 63,366 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing on both edges

under tray fitted

Pass 20 May 2017 55,908 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 45,282 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 43,425 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 30,675 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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YB62 EXA is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YB62 EXA, 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 YB62 EXA registered?

YB62 EXA is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is YB62 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB62 EXA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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