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YH62 UNR

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,121 mi
Last recorded132,121 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH62 UNR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 132,121 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 128,620 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 123,142 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 118,886 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 116,216 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 112,547 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack but damage not encroaching in swept zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 104,099 miles

covers fitted under body

Pass 8 Jul 2019 101,648 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 101,644 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 99,200 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 87,513 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 69,074 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 48,772 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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YH62 UNR is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YH62 UNR, 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 YH62 UNR?

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What year was YH62 UNR registered?

YH62 UNR is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is YH62 UNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH62 UNR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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