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DN62 PYA

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,334 mi
Last recorded131,334 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 PYA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 131,334 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 131,334 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 110,350 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 99,974 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 89,194 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 82,647 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 72,498 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 56,089 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 56,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 43,127 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 43,127 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 32,223 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 PYA is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White 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 DN62 PYA, 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 PYA registered?

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

Is DN62 PYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 PYA 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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