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YG12 GWX

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

216,511 mi
Last recorded216,511 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 GWX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 216,511 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2025 133,441 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 122,732 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 111,054 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 98,264 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 92,954 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 88,048 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 78,618 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 62,031 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 56,635 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2017 56,402 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 51,844 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2016 51,844 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 41,450 miles

engine cover doesn't allow a check of some components

headlamp aim to be checked at retest

undertray doesn't allow a check of some components

Fail 7 Sep 2015 41,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine cover doesn't allow a check of some components

headlamp aim to be checked at retest

undertray doesn't allow a check of some components

Pass 29 Aug 2014 25,765 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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YG12 GWX is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YG12 GWX, 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 YG12 GWX registered?

YG12 GWX is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YG12 GWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 GWX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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