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YT12 PKE

2012 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,365 mi
Last recorded146,365 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT12 PKE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 146,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2025 146,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 142,327 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 134,903 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 128,301 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2022 128,289 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 123,442 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 123,430 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2020 119,422 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 109,641 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 97,652 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 85,227 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

front brake discs lipped/worn

Pass 16 Jun 2016 72,422 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 53,881 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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YT12 PKE is a 2012 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YT12 PKE, 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 YT12 PKE registered?

YT12 PKE is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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The MOT history for YT12 PKE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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