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BG12 HXP

2012 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

170,445 mi
Last recorded170,445 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 HXP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 170,445 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 159,560 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 156,561 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 143,795 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 138,421 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 132,783 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall has a slight bulge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

windscreen has a minor damage within the swept area

Pass 20 Oct 2017 117,091 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 99,139 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 82,417 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

Fail 29 Sep 2015 82,417 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BG12 HXP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BG12 HXP, 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 BG12 HXP registered?

BG12 HXP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is BG12 HXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 HXP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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