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YS61 WMT

2012 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,013 mi
Last recorded155,013 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 WMT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 155,013 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 140,422 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 127,035 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 113,175 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 113,175 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 97,250 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 87,894 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 66,503 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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YS61 WMT is a 2012 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YS61 WMT, 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 YS61 WMT registered?

YS61 WMT is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is YS61 WMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS61 WMT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS61 WMT have outstanding finance?

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