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DA62 SXR

2012 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,731 mi
Last recorded62,731 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA62 SXR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 62,731 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 61,048 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 57,359 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 54,579 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2021 53,494 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 49,162 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective SMEARING (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 46,163 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 40,612 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 34,557 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 28,442 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 22,296 miles

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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DA62 SXR is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DA62 SXR, 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

How do I check the history of DA62 SXR?

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What year was DA62 SXR registered?

DA62 SXR is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is DA62 SXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA62 SXR shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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