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BF12 VMY

2012 BMW M5

White Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,704 mi
Last recorded84,704 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 VMY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 84,704 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides wear and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall also wear on outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wear on inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 77,894 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 68,403 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 64,027 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 61,029 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 58,344 miles

EML on-front and rear brake pads worn low-front brake discs worn thin-x2 rear tyres on limit-x2 front tyres inner edges worn

Pass 20 Apr 2016 51,149 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 51,149 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 2 May 2015 47,716 miles

front tyres close to legal limit suggest replase ASAP

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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BF12 VMY is a 2012 BMW M5 in White with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BF12 VMY, 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.

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What year was BF12 VMY registered?

BF12 VMY is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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