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YG62 OHK

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

123,539 mi
Last recorded123,539 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 OHK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 123,539 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 122,006 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 118,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Middle (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 113,490 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 103,578 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 103,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 98,530 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 92,960 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 87,994 miles

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

Front Wipers Streak/ Smear Windscreen But Clears Enough

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 May 2017 74,397 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under trays fitted (Unable to inspect all components)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 66,385 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 48,121 miles

Front 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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YG62 OHK is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OHK, 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 YG62 OHK?

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What year was YG62 OHK registered?

YG62 OHK is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is YG62 OHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG62 OHK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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