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YG62 RLX

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,127 mi
Last recorded128,127 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 128,127 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 108,485 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 88,487 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 79,108 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 73,720 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 66,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 245/40r19 RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 63,324 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 57,153 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 51,858 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 44,808 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 33,588 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 33,419 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 RLX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YG62 RLX, 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 RLX registered?

YG62 RLX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 6 December 2012.

Is YG62 RLX safe to buy?

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