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GF62 LKN

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,276 mi
Last recorded123,276 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 LKN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 123,276 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 111,554 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 103,906 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 103,906 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 97,890 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 90,333 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge changing compound on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jan 2022 90,333 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge changing compound on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 82,769 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 71,063 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 62,806 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 58,153 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Outer Side wall worn

Under tray fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2016 44,617 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 12 Oct 2015 37,315 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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GF62 LKN is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 GF62 LKN, 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 GF62 LKN registered?

GF62 LKN is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is GF62 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 LKN 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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