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DN62 FKM

2012 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

166,012 mi
Last recorded166,012 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 FKM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 166,012 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ***VERY STRONG ADVISORY*** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 158,636 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 152,037 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 152,037 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 148,517 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 140,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2019 140,939 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge about to reach chords (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 137,637 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 6 Jan 2018 137,637 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2016 121,771 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 89,679 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 FKM is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DN62 FKM, 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 DN62 FKM registered?

DN62 FKM is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 November 2012.

Is DN62 FKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 FKM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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