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YJ61 OPC

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

61,865 mi
Last recorded61,865 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ61 OPC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 61,865 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 61,864 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 61,529 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

undertray insecure

Pass 14 Sep 2016 43,382 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 43,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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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YJ61 OPC is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 YJ61 OPC, 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

How do I check the history of YJ61 OPC?

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What year was YJ61 OPC registered?

YJ61 OPC is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is YJ61 OPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ61 OPC shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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