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EX12 YXR

2012 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

209,613 mi
Last recorded209,613 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 YXR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 209,613 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 209,489 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 197,962 miles

Nearside Front 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 16 Nov 2018 174,426 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 174,426 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 153,294 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 125,419 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 100,667 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 80,017 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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EX12 YXR is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EX12 YXR, 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 EX12 YXR?

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What year was EX12 YXR registered?

EX12 YXR is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is EX12 YXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 YXR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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