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YG62 UPF

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

208,413 mi
Last recorded208,413 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 UPF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 208,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 196,967 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 184,095 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 164,880 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 153,070 miles

Engine cover, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Exhaust emissions are too clean to get a reading

Rear brake discs are scored / corroded

Rear brake pads are getting low

Pass 12 Feb 2020 143,889 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 143,888 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 128,978 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 113,033 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 98,524 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 67,610 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 UPF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UPF, 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 UPF registered?

YG62 UPF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 3 October 2012.

Is YG62 UPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG62 UPF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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