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YE12 HRO

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

153,624 mi
Last recorded153,624 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 HRO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 153,624 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 153,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner + outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 138,315 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 138,297 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 125,153 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 112,980 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 100,247 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 91,242 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp Misted

Pass 13 Jul 2020 84,024 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 72,587 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 59,179 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 58,555 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded down & dog guard fitted, unable to inspect rear seat belts or seat security

Pass 8 Jun 2017 52,994 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 52,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 42,563 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 32,166 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YE12 HRO is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YE12 HRO, 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 YE12 HRO registered?

YE12 HRO is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is YE12 HRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 HRO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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