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YK12 TKX

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

116,013 mi
Last recorded116,013 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 TKX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 116,013 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 109,873 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 102,210 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 95,120 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 87,193 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 84,509 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 75,068 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 75,068 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 59,762 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 47,662 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 TKX is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TKX, 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 TKX registered?

YK12 TKX is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YK12 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 TKX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK12 TKX have outstanding finance?

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