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YG62 ULE

2012 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

179,088 mi
Last recorded179,088 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 ULE
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 179,088 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Fail 16 Jan 2024 179,083 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 19 Nov 2022 178,345 miles

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 11 Nov 2021 165,980 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under tray fitted under engine

Pass 12 Nov 2020 156,303 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2020 156,299 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 152,040 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 141,254 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 125,286 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 94,900 miles

Nearside Lower Plastic sill trim damaged

Pass 25 Feb 2016 71,286 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 66,979 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 66,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear nail in tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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YG62 ULE is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG62 ULE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG62 ULE registered?

YG62 ULE is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is YG62 ULE safe to buy?

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