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FY62 OUM

2012 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,092 mi
Last recorded138,092 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 OUM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2024 138,092 miles

Brake Lens Cracked

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Undercover Fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2023 218,910 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2022 212,064 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2021 125,382 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2020 120,157 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under covers fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2019 107,175 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 99,504 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 92,317 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 69,755 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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FY62 OUM is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FY62 OUM, 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 FY62 OUM registered?

FY62 OUM is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is FY62 OUM safe to buy?

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