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FP62 TGK

2012 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,483 mi
Last recorded78,483 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 TGK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 78,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders of (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders of (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Oct 2015 76,439 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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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FP62 TGK is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FP62 TGK, 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 FP62 TGK?

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What year was FP62 TGK registered?

FP62 TGK is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 9 November 2012.

Is FP62 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 TGK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP62 TGK have outstanding finance?

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