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YH12 YNE

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,216 mi
Last recorded140,216 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 YNE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 140,216 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 128,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 121,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 108,516 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 89,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 77,785 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 69,987 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 59,635 miles

Rear Both slight inner edge wear.

Under trays fitted

Fail 8 Apr 2017 59,635 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Both slight inner edge wear.

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2016 50,001 miles

Full underside covers fitted.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 28,580 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 15 Apr 2015 28,580 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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YH12 YNE is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey 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 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 81,520 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YH12 YNE, 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 YH12 YNE registered?

YH12 YNE is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is YH12 YNE safe to buy?

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