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YE12 MPX

2012 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,959 mi
Last recorded130,959 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 MPX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 130,959 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

drivers view through swept area reduced

Fail 26 Jun 2025 130,947 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Drivers view through swept area reduced

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity reduced

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 118,112 miles

Lower under tray and top engine covers fitted

vehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

Pass 26 Jun 2023 107,998 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

vehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

Fail 16 Jun 2023 107,491 miles

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

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

vehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

Pass 27 Jun 2022 94,512 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

vehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

Fail 23 Jun 2022 94,365 miles

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

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

vehicle was too clean to trigger the smoke meter

Pass 23 Jun 2021 76,752 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 75,883 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 63,078 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 46,567 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 46,520 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 39,513 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 25,644 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 25,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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YE12 MPX is a 2012 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE12 MPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YE12 MPX?

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What year was YE12 MPX registered?

YE12 MPX is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is YE12 MPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 MPX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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