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BN62 OEA

2012 BMW 7 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

143,921 mi
Last recorded143,921 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 OEA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 143,921 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 132,159 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 122,975 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 122,975 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 116,001 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 94,424 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 63,995 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 51,001 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 42,175 miles

Rear tyres worn on inner edges.

Fail 18 Jan 2018 42,169 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall. (4.1.D.1b)

Rear tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 9 Feb 2017 33,481 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 28,941 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 28,920 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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BN62 OEA is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 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 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN62 OEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BN62 OEA registered?

BN62 OEA is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is BN62 OEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 OEA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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