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AP12 CAU

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,971 mi
Last recorded47,971 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 CAU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2026 47,971 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2025 46,851 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 May 2024 44,795 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2023 42,754 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 May 2022 41,066 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front tyres have slight uneven wear on inner edges

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2021 39,549 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2020 38,227 miles

plastic under trays fitted through out

Pass 15 Jun 2019 36,253 miles

plastic under trays fitted through out underside

Pass 14 Jun 2018 34,135 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav

Pass 22 May 2017 31,649 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 27,798 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 22,930 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 22,529 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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AP12 CAU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AP12 CAU, 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 AP12 CAU?

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What year was AP12 CAU registered?

AP12 CAU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is AP12 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 CAU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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