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DN12 YUD

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,354 mi
Last recorded100,354 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN12 YUD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 100,354 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

unable to check all components due to undertrays

Fail 11 Nov 2021 100,354 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears inner edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

unable to check all components due to undertrays

Pass 19 Nov 2020 91,469 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under shields fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2019 83,440 miles

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

unable to check all components due to under trays

Pass 17 Nov 2018 68,170 miles

Metered Smoke Level Too Low To Register

Pass 18 Nov 2017 59,296 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 49,354 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 41,077 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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DN12 YUD is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DN12 YUD, 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 DN12 YUD registered?

DN12 YUD is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 August 2012.

Is DN12 YUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN12 YUD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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