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YP62 FVU

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

778,895 mi
Last recorded778,895 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP62 FVU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 778,895 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 77,885 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2 x rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 65,252 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 61,771 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

child seat n/s/r

engine covers and under trays fitted

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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YP62 FVU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YP62 FVU, 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 YP62 FVU?

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What year was YP62 FVU registered?

YP62 FVU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is YP62 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP62 FVU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YP62 FVU have outstanding finance?

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