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YF12 YPV

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,303 mi
Last recorded132,303 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 132,303 miles

Central Front slight chip in central front windscreen - not affecting drivers view

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center tread to inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center tread to inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear brake pipe to flexi hose - pipe coating swollen due to water retention

Pass 18 Mar 2025 118,642 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 113,039 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2024 112,972 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall split in multiple places (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect front and rear (0.1 (d))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 0mm and close to cords/ply - recommend to replace (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre obviously under inflated both sides (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 15 May 2023 104,104 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 92,159 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 84,546 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 79,838 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 75,142 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 66,084 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2017 61,535 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 56,289 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 45,922 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 YPV is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YPV, 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 YPV registered?

YF12 YPV is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is YF12 YPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 YPV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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