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YC12 YPT

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,068 mi
Last recorded92,068 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 YPT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 92,068 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 86,826 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 83,157 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 83,126 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 77,846 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 68,019 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 59,019 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 51,719 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approximately 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 51,719 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approximately 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 49,243 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 44,221 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear seat belts

Pass 30 Jun 2017 40,270 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 34,131 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 25,182 miles

both rear tyres worn close to the limit.

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts.

nearside front tyre wearing low both edges.

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 YPT is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YPT, 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 YPT registered?

YC12 YPT is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is YC12 YPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 YPT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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