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YC62 AKV

2012 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

122,271 mi
Last recorded122,271 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 AKV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 122,271 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 118,359 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 112,118 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 180,338 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2019 99,178 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 72,649 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 68,154 miles

emmision to clean for report

Pass 22 Mar 2017 45,914 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 42,973 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,564 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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YC62 AKV is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YC62 AKV, 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 YC62 AKV registered?

YC62 AKV is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

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