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AK62 SFJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

204,426 mi
Last recorded204,426 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 SFJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 204,426 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2026 204,426 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 179,715 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 156,576 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 129,804 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 104,528 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2020 100,824 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 97,482 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 94,064 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 90,207 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 83,361 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 70,841 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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AK62 SFJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc 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 AK62 SFJ, 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 AK62 SFJ registered?

AK62 SFJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 November 2012.

Is AK62 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 SFJ 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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