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YK12 NPC

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

68,084 mi
Last recorded68,084 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 NPC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 68,084 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 68,082 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 66,503 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 65,056 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 63,412 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 62,103 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 60,472 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 57,873 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 53,564 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 46,388 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 39,534 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 32,472 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 23,856 miles

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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YK12 NPC is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black 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 YK12 NPC, 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 YK12 NPC registered?

YK12 NPC is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is YK12 NPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 NPC 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.

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