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YF12 HTL

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,954 mi
Last recorded118,954 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 HTL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 118,954 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 109,156 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2024 103,055 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 7 Feb 2024 103,054 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2023 96,935 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2022 91,308 miles

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Pass 15 Feb 2021 88,657 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 88,657 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 79,997 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 79,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2019 69,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2019 68,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 57,600 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 53,257 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2016 46,628 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 39,810 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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YF12 HTL is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF12 HTL, 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 HTL registered?

YF12 HTL is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is YF12 HTL safe to buy?

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