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YF12 FDP

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

184,279 mi
Last recorded184,279 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 FDP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 184,279 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 164,306 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 152,239 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 139,886 miles

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

Wheel bearing slightly noisy both fronts (5.1.3 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2019 124,923 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 115,834 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 99,829 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 99,829 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 81,217 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 63,160 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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YF12 FDP is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YF12 FDP, 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 YF12 FDP registered?

YF12 FDP is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is YF12 FDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 FDP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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