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YE12 HSL

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

188,543 mi
Last recorded188,543 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 HSL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 188,543 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 178,956 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 166,727 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 155,503 miles

Offside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Side repeater (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 145,508 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 136,645 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 125,288 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 102,541 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 75,483 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 71,387 miles

small chips in centre of windscreen

Pass 17 Jul 2017 70,059 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 47,200 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 26,391 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 10,298 miles

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 HSL is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 YE12 HSL, 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.

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What year was YE12 HSL registered?

YE12 HSL is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is YE12 HSL safe to buy?

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