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YE61 XTB

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,973 mi
Last recorded150,973 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 XTB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 150,973 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 150,041 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 143,804 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 136,071 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/ bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

engine oil level low

Fail 8 Jan 2024 136,052 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/ bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

engine oil level low

Pass 13 Jan 2023 124,936 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 12 Jan 2022 114,012 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 110,729 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 98,733 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 89,890 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 76,028 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 66,926 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 52,779 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 36,185 miles

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

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 XTB is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YE61 XTB, 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 XTB?

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What year was YE61 XTB registered?

YE61 XTB is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 13 February 2012.

Is YE61 XTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 XTB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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