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FL62 HKV

2012 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

212,965 mi
Last recorded212,965 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 HKV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2023 212,965 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 201,288 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 183,933 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 167,120 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 157,519 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 142,717 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 120,015 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 107,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FL62 HKV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FL62 HKV, 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 FL62 HKV registered?

FL62 HKV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is FL62 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL62 HKV shows 8 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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