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DN62 YNV

2012 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

211,936 mi
Last recorded211,936 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 YNV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 211,936 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Dec 2021 208,211 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 203,641 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 195,088 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 179,464 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 179,464 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 169,486 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 169,486 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 147,108 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 95,647 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 YNV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YNV, 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 YNV registered?

DN62 YNV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is DN62 YNV safe to buy?

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