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YY62 NXV

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,406 mi
Last recorded128,406 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY62 NXV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 128,406 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 121,693 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 121,693 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 117,256 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 110,618 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 110,618 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Dec 2021 107,041 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 102,212 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 98,162 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 89,263 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 81,473 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 75,263 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 66,995 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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YY62 NXV 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 84.6%.

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 YY62 NXV, 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 YY62 NXV?

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What year was YY62 NXV registered?

YY62 NXV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 December 2012.

Is YY62 NXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY62 NXV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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