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AK62 ZFF

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,944 mi
Last recorded139,944 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 ZFF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 139,944 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 126,019 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 110,963 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 94,325 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 77,281 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 59,601 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 53,085 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 53,056 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. n/s 275 40r18 o/s245/45r18 (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 51,249 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 51,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 43,466 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 37,316 miles

engine covers fitted

under covers/trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2016 31,015 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 18 Jun 2016 31,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres worn on edges

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2015 26,902 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 ZFF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK62 ZFF, 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.

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What year was AK62 ZFF registered?

AK62 ZFF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is AK62 ZFF safe to buy?

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