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KT62 DLK

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

167,277 mi
Last recorded167,277 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT62 DLK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 167,277 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 161,231 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2023 149,751 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 139,527 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 112,589 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 108,234 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2019 104,740 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 75,743 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 75,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 47,821 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 24,541 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 24,538 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 23,774 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a nail

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

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KT62 DLK is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KT62 DLK, 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 KT62 DLK?

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What year was KT62 DLK registered?

KT62 DLK is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is KT62 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT62 DLK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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