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VU62 VSN

2012 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,020 mi
Last recorded138,020 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 VSN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 138,020 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 123,608 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH AT MINIMUM LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 106,416 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 106,406 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 92,007 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 81,602 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 80,228 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 77,312 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 22 Jan 2019 74,358 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 70,021 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 63,730 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 63,730 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 59,958 miles

Nearside Front cut in sidewall of tyre not exposing cords

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2015 48,140 miles

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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VU62 VSN is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VU62 VSN, 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

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What year was VU62 VSN registered?

VU62 VSN is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 22 September 2012.

Is VU62 VSN safe to buy?

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