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DV62 MXT

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,841 mi
Last recorded145,841 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV62 MXT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 145,841 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 145,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 131,821 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 115,809 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 114,926 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Aug 2019 100,492 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 84,408 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears, osr inside smooth, out of shape, nsr deep cut and inside smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 68,354 miles

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

Front tyres wearing unevenly

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 51,477 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 51,477 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 39,480 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 39,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DV62 MXT is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey 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 DV62 MXT, 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.

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What year was DV62 MXT registered?

DV62 MXT is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is DV62 MXT safe to buy?

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