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GY62 ZFZ

2012 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

122,934 mi
Last recorded122,934 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 ZFZ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 122,934 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 115,600 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 109,253 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 108,815 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 108,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Chassis warning lamp indicates a fault

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre osf has 2 nails ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 106,668 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Nov 2019 101,831 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 5 Nov 2018 95,442 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 90,155 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 82,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre inner sidewall damaged

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged Inner bead (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre inner sidewall damaged

Pass 18 Nov 2015 71,415 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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GY62 ZFZ is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY62 ZFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GY62 ZFZ?

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What year was GY62 ZFZ registered?

GY62 ZFZ is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 11 December 2012.

Is GY62 ZFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY62 ZFZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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