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BG62 WXZ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

194,533 mi
Last recorded194,533 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 WXZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 194,533 miles

Front splitter damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 178,023 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 167,481 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 159,950 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 154,314 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 143,056 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 134,399 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 113,774 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 91,018 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 76,405 miles

Offside Front wheel slightly buckled

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 64,490 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 64,489 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge close to cords

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 WXZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc 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 WXZ, 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 BG62 WXZ?

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What year was BG62 WXZ registered?

BG62 WXZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is BG62 WXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 WXZ 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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