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YG12 THN

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,935 mi
Last recorded94,935 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 THN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2023 94,935 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 90,286 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 76,641 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 55,369 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 49,481 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 46,207 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 35,878 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 25,174 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YG12 THN is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 YG12 THN, 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

How do I check the history of YG12 THN?

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What year was YG12 THN registered?

YG12 THN is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is YG12 THN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 THN shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YG12 THN have outstanding finance?

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