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YC62 UDU

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,070 mi
Last recorded118,070 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 UDU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 118,070 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2025 118,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 101,173 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

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

Offside Front tyre sidewall damage

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 93,131 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 93,131 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 71,976 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 68,033 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

restricted view of the engine bay, cover fitted

restricted view of the outer sills, covers fitted

restricted view under the vehicle, under trays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2020 65,853 miles

additional air bag light remained on needs repair

Fail 26 Oct 2020 65,853 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

additional air bag light remained on needs repair

Pass 30 Oct 2019 60,488 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2019 60,480 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45/18/w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 53,161 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3 ()

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 46,039 miles

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

stone chip to windscreen

Pass 27 Oct 2016 37,477 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 25,927 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 UDU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey 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 UDU, 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 UDU registered?

YC62 UDU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 October 2012.

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