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YK62 SRV

2012 BMW 5 Series

Gold Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

161,926 mi
Last recorded161,926 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 SRV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 161,926 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 95,698 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 95,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 147,171 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 138,579 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres inner shoulders wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 130,543 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 123,111 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 114,646 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 67,488 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 61,611 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 55,941 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 50,850 miles

too clean for emissions test

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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YK62 SRV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Gold with a 1,995cc 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 YK62 SRV, 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 YK62 SRV?

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What year was YK62 SRV registered?

YK62 SRV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is YK62 SRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 SRV 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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