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DE62 LHK

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

195,603 mi
Last recorded195,603 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE62 LHK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 195,603 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper struggling to clear screen effectively (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 187,444 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 172,860 miles

Rear both rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 21 Nov 2020 159,498 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 159,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 138,775 miles

slight play in nearside steering

Pass 17 May 2018 122,053 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2017 119,423 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine undercover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Nov 2016 111,001 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Nov 2016 110,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 82,534 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Nov 2015 82,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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DE62 LHK 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 75%.

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

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 DE62 LHK, 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 DE62 LHK registered?

DE62 LHK is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 October 2012.

Is DE62 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE62 LHK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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