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YE12 WGW

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,081 mi
Last recorded114,081 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 WGW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 114,081 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 102,669 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 92,169 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 92,164 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 82,450 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 69,046 miles

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

Zero Emitter, No Smoke Readings available

Pass 16 Nov 2020 64,909 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 63,413 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 61,812 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 58,430 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 37,807 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 25,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 WGW is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WGW, 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 WGW registered?

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

Is YE12 WGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 WGW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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