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YT62 ZWG

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,139 mi
Last recorded142,139 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT62 ZWG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 142,139 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 139,445 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 137,253 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 134,342 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 125,754 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 120,682 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 103,664 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 94,526 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 79,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 65,110 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 49,364 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 49,364 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

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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YT62 ZWG is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White 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 YT62 ZWG, 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 YT62 ZWG?

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What year was YT62 ZWG registered?

YT62 ZWG is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 September 2012.

Is YT62 ZWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT62 ZWG 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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