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DN62 PXL

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,365 mi
Last recorded162,365 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 PXL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2020 162,365 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 152,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output dip (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under tray fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 13 Aug 2018 135,250 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Aug 2017 128,764 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 93,899 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 86,655 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 PXL is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DN62 PXL, 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 PXL registered?

DN62 PXL is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is DN62 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 PXL shows 6 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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