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YK12 UKG

2012 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,036 mi
Last recorded165,036 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 UKG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 165,036 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 165,036 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 149,949 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 149,949 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 139,865 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 131,673 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Nov 2021 124,582 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 114,749 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 13 Nov 2019 101,736 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 91,667 miles

All windows tinted.

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 80,698 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 71,132 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 70,900 miles

Centre Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement diff bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

n/s/r shock rubber perished

nail n/s/r tyre

Pass 10 Feb 2016 62,346 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 39,034 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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YK12 UKG is a 2012 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK12 UKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 UKG registered?

YK12 UKG is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YK12 UKG safe to buy?

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