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AK62 CLF

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,203 mi
Last recorded173,203 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 CLF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 173,203 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 166,516 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 153,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear BUMP STOPS PERISHED

Pass 10 Nov 2020 133,209 miles

Rear BUMP STOPS PERISHED

Pass 31 Oct 2019 114,341 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2019 114,341 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 95,461 miles

Nearside Front shocker misted

Nearside Rear tyre low on tread

engine , under body and sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Oct 2018 95,461 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front shocker misted

Nearside Rear tyre low on tread

engine , under body and sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2017 71,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 58,632 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 43,560 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AK62 CLF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 88,264 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK62 CLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK62 CLF registered?

AK62 CLF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is AK62 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 CLF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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