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YC12 YPE

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,040 mi
Last recorded122,040 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 YPE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 122,040 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 116,239 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 110,524 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 105,242 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 99,231 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 90,714 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 80,083 miles

no emission detected time of test trays fitted under the body can not observe some test able components

Pass 15 May 2018 115,463 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 63,972 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 23 May 2017 63,969 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/19 98y (4.1.D.1b)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 May 2016 55,153 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2015 44,031 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 YPE is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YC12 YPE, 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 YC12 YPE registered?

YC12 YPE is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is YC12 YPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 YPE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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