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YC12 YCF

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

133,131 mi
Last recorded133,131 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 YCF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 133,131 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 127,991 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 124,233 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 117,939 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 114,823 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted preventing the test of some components.

Pass 3 Jul 2019 96,445 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 82,999 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 70,215 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 55,266 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 55,266 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 42,274 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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YC12 YCF is a 2012 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YC12 YCF, 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 YC12 YCF?

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What year was YC12 YCF registered?

YC12 YCF is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 7 June 2012.

Is YC12 YCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 YCF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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