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YG62 OAP

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

113,331 mi
Last recorded113,331 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 OAP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 113,331 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2025 108,631 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray

Pass 9 Nov 2024 92,036 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 73,431 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 67,795 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 60,339 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 56,356 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 51,581 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 51,581 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 45,819 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 40,778 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 29,484 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 26,486 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 23,911 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 18,441 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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YG62 OAP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YG62 OAP, 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 YG62 OAP registered?

YG62 OAP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is YG62 OAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG62 OAP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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