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YC62 UKU

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

167,660 mi
Last recorded167,660 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 UKU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 167,660 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 158,080 miles

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

undertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2023 148,636 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 136,660 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays/covers fitted

Fail 25 Oct 2022 136,660 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high Off side front (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays/covers fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2021 125,026 miles

Undertrays/covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2020 116,193 miles

Rear suspension bump stops perished

Pass 21 Oct 2019 112,339 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 101,216 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 83,487 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 83,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 63,909 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 45,722 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 UKU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UKU, 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 UKU registered?

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

Is YC62 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 UKU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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