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YK62 XVY

2012 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,777 mi
Last recorded83,777 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 XVY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 83,777 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 80,670 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 75,574 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 66,540 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 58,537 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 52,802 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 46,614 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 40,485 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 35,455 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 30,678 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 30,678 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 25,967 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 XVY is a 2012 BMW 530 in Blue with a 1,995cc 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 XVY, 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

How do I check the history of YK62 XVY?

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What year was YK62 XVY registered?

YK62 XVY is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is YK62 XVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 XVY 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.

Does YK62 XVY have outstanding finance?

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