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YE62 GBF

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,334 mi
Last recorded193,334 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 GBF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 193,334 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Feb 2022 179,098 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 165,650 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cut but not to cords

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 155,986 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

small cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall.

Pass 23 Feb 2019 142,229 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has a cut in tread, not deep enough to reach ply or cords. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (driveshaft seal) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 119,719 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 119,712 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 96,441 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 75,992 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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YE62 GBF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey 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 YE62 GBF, 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.

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What year was YE62 GBF registered?

YE62 GBF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 November 2012.

Is YE62 GBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE62 GBF 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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