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DU62 LFS

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,316 mi
Last recorded161,316 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 LFS
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2024 161,316 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 147,020 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 139,127 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 135,391 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 126,423 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 102,571 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 73,683 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 38,327 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 23,645 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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DU62 LFS is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DU62 LFS, 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 DU62 LFS registered?

DU62 LFS is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is DU62 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU62 LFS shows 9 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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