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YC12 YTP

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,425 mi
Last recorded63,425 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 YTP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 63,425 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine cover, under-trays and sill covers fitted

wheel alignment req checking due to both front tyres wearing on the inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2018 43,803 miles

both front tyre valves perishing.

Pass 27 Dec 2017 27,872 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 25,635 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 21,692 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 21,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 YTP 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 YC12 YTP, 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 YTP registered?

YC12 YTP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 June 2012.

Is YC12 YTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 YTP 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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