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YK62 XZL

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,434 mi
Last recorded133,434 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 XZL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 133,434 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 127,495 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 121,604 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 118,270 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 113,374 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 108,123 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 106,363 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 95,309 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 76,165 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 59,090 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 39,556 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 38,465 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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YK62 XZL 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 YK62 XZL, 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 YK62 XZL registered?

YK62 XZL is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is YK62 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 XZL shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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