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HV62 XYP

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

147,561 mi
Last recorded147,561 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 XYP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 147,561 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 129,508 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 110,605 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 100,658 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 87,085 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 81,258 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 81,258 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 68,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 60,642 miles

UNDERTRAY FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDER VEHICLE COMPONENTS

Pass 16 Nov 2015 59,458 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 59,458 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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HV62 XYP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 88,264 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HV62 XYP, 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 HV62 XYP registered?

HV62 XYP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 December 2012.

Is HV62 XYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 XYP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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