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YC62 TMX

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

186,393 mi
Last recorded186,393 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 TMX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 186,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 May 2023 186,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 177,624 miles

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

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 18 Dec 2020 164,066 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 160,977 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2018 154,147 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2017 142,910 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 124,807 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 89,933 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

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 TMX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YC62 TMX, 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 TMX registered?

YC62 TMX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is YC62 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 TMX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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