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YC62 EPF

2012 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

251,360 mi
Last recorded251,360 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 EPF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 251,360 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 194,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 173,939 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front 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))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2023 173,939 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 166,130 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 154,468 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2021 154,468 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 141,951 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2019 123,829 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer edge wearing smooth

Offside Front tyre outer edge wearing smooth

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jun 2019 123,829 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre outer edge wearing smooth

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre inner tread ()

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge wearing smooth

Offside Front tyre outer edge wearing smooth

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2018 106,319 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 106,318 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 89,929 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 30 Jun 2016 72,285 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 60,597 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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YC62 EPF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YC62 EPF, 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 YC62 EPF registered?

YC62 EPF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

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