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YE12 ODW

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,025 mi
Last recorded133,025 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 133,025 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2023 122,444 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 28 Feb 2022 115,722 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 May 2021 106,960 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 95,529 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 81,942 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

rear axle bush split

Fail 6 Jun 2019 81,942 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

rear axle bush split

Fail 4 Jun 2019 81,935 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

ADVISE REAR AXLE DIFF MOUNTAIN BUSH TORN

Pass 21 May 2018 71,412 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 57,119 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 45,698 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 33,699 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 ODW is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 81,520 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 ODW, 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 ODW registered?

YE12 ODW is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is YE12 ODW safe to buy?

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