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KP12 OBC

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,489 mi
Last recorded120,489 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 OBC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 120,489 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 96,514 miles

Offside Front small bulge o/s front tyre (run flats Reinforced side wall)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Feb 2018 96,514 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 63,812 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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KP12 OBC is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KP12 OBC, 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 KP12 OBC?

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What year was KP12 OBC registered?

KP12 OBC is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is KP12 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 OBC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP12 OBC have outstanding finance?

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