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YE12 MKG

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

188,017 mi
Last recorded188,017 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 MKG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 188,017 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 179,493 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 163,396 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 149,675 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 128,132 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 95,632 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 May 2017 95,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 May 2016 64,003 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

covers under car

Pass 22 May 2015 38,309 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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YE12 MKG is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MKG, 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 MKG registered?

YE12 MKG is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is YE12 MKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 MKG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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