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DN62 BYX

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,001 mi
Last recorded157,001 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 BYX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 157,001 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 147,878 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 134,655 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 127,868 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 123,411 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 120,569 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 120,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 115,241 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 115,236 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 101,747 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 89,745 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 76,885 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 63,186 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 50,683 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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DN62 BYX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN62 BYX, 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 DN62 BYX?

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What year was DN62 BYX registered?

DN62 BYX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is DN62 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 BYX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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