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YT12 OZB

2012 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,665 mi
Last recorded30,665 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT12 OZB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 30,665 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 29,279 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 27,726 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 25,850 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017 25,850 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 23,765 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 20,727 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 20,727 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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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YT12 OZB is a 2012 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YT12 OZB, 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 YT12 OZB registered?

YT12 OZB is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is YT12 OZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT12 OZB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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