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AK12 OMD

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 OMD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025
Fail 3 Mar 2025 255,383 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 155,553 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 114,265 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 133,860 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 109,017 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 97,606 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 82,986 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 82,986 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 73,150 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 71,736 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint n/s o/s main arm (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 68,761 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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AK12 OMD is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,000cc 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 AK12 OMD, 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 AK12 OMD?

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What year was AK12 OMD registered?

AK12 OMD is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is AK12 OMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 OMD 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.

Does AK12 OMD have outstanding finance?

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