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YC12 ZSU

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,641 mi
Last recorded121,641 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 121,641 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside rear lower than offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside rear worn on inner treads (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 109,918 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 101,900 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 93,505 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 85,797 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 77,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 66,761 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Nearside & Offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 59,080 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 50,374 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 43,935 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 40,192 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 ZSU is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZSU, 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 ZSU registered?

YC12 ZSU is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is YC12 ZSU safe to buy?

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