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YK62 XUB

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,307 mi
Last recorded56,307 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 XUB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 56,307 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 51,302 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2023 43,709 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 41,476 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 40,573 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn inner edge

Wipers smearing slightly

Pass 18 Jan 2021 38,755 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 38,077 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 34,960 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 32,384 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 29,961 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 27,583 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 23,115 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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YK62 XUB is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XUB, 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 XUB registered?

YK62 XUB is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is YK62 XUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 XUB shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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