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YE61 TLK

2012 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,412 mi
Last recorded159,412 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 TLK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 159,412 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 155,256 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 144,604 miles

engine covers/under trays fitted

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Nov 2022 131,905 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 123,835 miles

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 121,585 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 121,585 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2020 121,572 miles

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

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2019 115,568 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))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2018 104,163 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2017 90,073 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 74,640 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Dec 2015 53,828 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 42,086 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

nearside front inner bead rim slightly distorted.

small stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 17 Dec 2014 42,086 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

nearside front inner bead rim slightly distorted.

small stone chips front windscreen.

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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YE61 TLK is a 2012 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YE61 TLK, 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

How do I check the history of YE61 TLK?

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What year was YE61 TLK registered?

YE61 TLK is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is YE61 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 TLK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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