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YJ15 WDM

2015 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,311 mi
Last recorded161,311 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 53064,361 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ15 WDM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 161,311 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 161,311 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 153,601 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 143,071 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 110,765 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 91,933 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 91,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 83,361 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2020 83,361 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 67,083 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 47,452 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 47,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Front pads and discs worn low.

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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YJ15 WDM is a 2015 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2015 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 64,361 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 YJ15 WDM, 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 11 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YJ15 WDM registered?

YJ15 WDM is a 2015 BMW 530, first registered on 27 March 2015.

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The MOT history for YJ15 WDM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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