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YF12 YJO

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

109,548 mi
Last recorded109,548 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 YJO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 109,548 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 109,522 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 102,560 miles

Headlights misted

Pass 10 Jan 2023 86,656 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 86,656 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Dec 2021 74,355 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 63,358 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 63,358 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 48,035 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 30 May 2018 37,754 miles

Under Body Try Fitted

Pass 31 May 2017 25,479 miles

top and bottom vehicle protection covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 6 Jul 2016 23,117 miles

full underbody cover fitted.

Pass 6 Jul 2015 19,276 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 YJO is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YJO, 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 YF12 YJO?

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What year was YF12 YJO registered?

YF12 YJO is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is YF12 YJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 YJO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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