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BAZ 1535

2012 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,113 mi
Last recorded98,113 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 1535
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 98,113 miles

small amount of corrosion on the surface of the discs

Pass 23 Feb 2023 97,887 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 95,677 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 95,319 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 93,033 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 89,100 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 85,477 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 67,097 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 47,602 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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BAZ 1535 is a 2012 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 50,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAZ 1535, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW M5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAZ 1535 registered?

BAZ 1535 is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BAZ 1535 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 1535 shows 9 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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