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YK62 WRE

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

160,689 mi
Last recorded160,689 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 WRE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 160,689 miles

undertrays

Pass 20 Dec 2024 154,482 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 151,782 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 146,026 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 138,291 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 121,663 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 96,400 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 91,531 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 79,404 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 67,994 miles

brake pads getting low

Pass 19 Aug 2015 48,772 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 48,772 miles

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

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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YK62 WRE is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YK62 WRE, 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 YK62 WRE registered?

YK62 WRE is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is YK62 WRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 WRE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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