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BU62 YWA

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

154,766 mi
Last recorded154,766 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU62 YWA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 154,766 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 148,010 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 141,227 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 132,622 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 124,946 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 115,036 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

under trays fitted front to rear

Pass 19 Sep 2019 107,911 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 27 Sep 2018 101,647 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 92,741 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 83,199 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2015 67,474 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some componets

Fail 22 Sep 2015 67,474 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some componets

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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BU62 YWA is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 88,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 BU62 YWA, 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 BU62 YWA registered?

BU62 YWA is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is BU62 YWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU62 YWA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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