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YB62 FZM

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,212 mi
Last recorded154,212 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB62 FZM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 154,212 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 124,551 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 100,818 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2017 100,739 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front 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 19 Dec 2016 83,251 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 66,071 miles

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

Under trays fitted throughout

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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YB62 FZM is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YB62 FZM, 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 YB62 FZM?

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What year was YB62 FZM registered?

YB62 FZM is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 December 2012.

Is YB62 FZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB62 FZM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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