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YC12 FTZ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

223,103 mi
Last recorded223,103 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 FTZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 223,103 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 207,261 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2022 207,261 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 176,750 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 165,241 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 165,241 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2017 135,571 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 107,218 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 78,079 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 46,441 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 3,153 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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YC12 FTZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey 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 YC12 FTZ, 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 YC12 FTZ registered?

YC12 FTZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is YC12 FTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 FTZ 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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