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YG12 UOD

2012 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,796 mi
Last recorded129,796 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 UOD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 129,796 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 120,053 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 108,268 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 99,267 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 83,468 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 70,778 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 66,184 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 63,233 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2017 63,224 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 3 Dec 2015 55,786 miles

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 3 Dec 2014 43,243 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 43,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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YG12 UOD is a 2012 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG12 UOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG12 UOD registered?

YG12 UOD is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is YG12 UOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 UOD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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