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EX62 JYF

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

129,748 mi
Last recorded129,748 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 JYF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 129,748 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDEWALL - 245 40 19 98W RFT (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION = MORE ADVANCED IN AREAS

Pass 25 Jun 2024 113,943 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6/2mm - 273 35 19 100Y RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm - 273 35 19 100Y RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 104,854 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 104,854 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2022 95,992 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2022 95,990 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 85,999 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 80,523 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 73,884 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 60,683 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 45,029 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 35,901 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 21,600 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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EX62 JYF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EX62 JYF, 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 EX62 JYF?

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What year was EX62 JYF registered?

EX62 JYF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is EX62 JYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 JYF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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