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YF62 GXE

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

117,423 mi
Last recorded117,423 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 GXE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 117,423 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 107,206 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 99,200 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 89,193 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 81,723 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 73,188 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2017 64,517 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 57,213 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 40,917 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 40,917 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

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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YF62 GXE is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YF62 GXE, 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 YF62 GXE registered?

YF62 GXE is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 December 2012.

Is YF62 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF62 GXE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF62 GXE have outstanding finance?

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