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YE12 NLR

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

212,599 mi
Last recorded212,599 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 212,599 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2026 212,599 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 188,363 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 177,821 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2024 177,821 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 171,446 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 246,943 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 214,377 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2019 124,438 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 118,395 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 103,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mil (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 83,089 miles

child seat fitted in rear

Fail 23 Nov 2016 83,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre has nail in tread

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

child seat fitted in rear

Pass 25 Nov 2015 61,267 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 50,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 47,407 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 NLR 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 NLR, 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 NLR registered?

YE12 NLR is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is YE12 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 NLR 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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