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YG12 UCU

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,939 mi
Last recorded108,939 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 108,939 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 95,920 miles

Nearside Front Lower Arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Feb 2024 85,747 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 82,838 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 75,924 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 61,480 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 52,635 miles

advise sill covers fitted

advise under trays fitted

Fail 14 Aug 2020 52,616 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

advise sill covers fitted

advise under trays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2019 48,742 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 43,860 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 27 Mar 2017 39,143 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 4 Mar 2016 33,493 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 27 Mar 2015 24,599 miles

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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YG12 UCU 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 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 YG12 UCU, 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 UCU registered?

YG12 UCU is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YG12 UCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 UCU 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.

Does YG12 UCU have outstanding finance?

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