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YF62 HRJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,672 mi
Last recorded126,672 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 HRJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2025 126,672 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 121,001 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 114,108 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 104,806 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 96,489 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 88,842 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 81,075 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 73,453 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 73,439 miles

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))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 69,027 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 62,333 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 55,153 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 54,148 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 HRJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HRJ, 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 HRJ registered?

YF62 HRJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is YF62 HRJ safe to buy?

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