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DN62 SZR

2012 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

112,866 mi
Last recorded112,866 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 SZR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 112,866 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 107,195 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 105,382 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 100,470 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 95,362 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 87,694 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 86,613 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 82,080 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 77,387 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 72,062 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 65,505 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 54,128 miles

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

engine bay covers fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2015 54,128 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

engine bay covers fitted

offside rear tyre has a nail in tread of tyre

offside rear tyre has excessive uneven tread wear (inner sidewall damaged )

under tray fitted

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 SZR is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SZR, 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 SZR?

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What year was DN62 SZR registered?

DN62 SZR is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is DN62 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 SZR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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