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BG62 UTN

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

144,861 mi
Last recorded144,861 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 UTN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 144,861 miles

Chip on screen but not affecting drivers view

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 138,206 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 133,808 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Oct 2022 127,765 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 119,407 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 112,135 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 106,334 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 100,495 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 94,413 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 89,831 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 83,539 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 83,488 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed and worn smooth outer edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

play in ns inner track rod end

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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BG62 UTN is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BG62 UTN, 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 BG62 UTN registered?

BG62 UTN is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is BG62 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 UTN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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