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BJ62 GWM

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

181,204 mi
Last recorded181,204 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ62 GWM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 181,204 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 181,031 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 180,102 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2025 156,582 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 156,194 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 129,531 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 106,517 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 97,354 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 97,340 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 97,269 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 69,930 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 54,410 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 53,664 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 44,681 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 37,135 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,164 miles

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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BJ62 GWM is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ62 GWM, 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 BJ62 GWM?

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What year was BJ62 GWM registered?

BJ62 GWM is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is BJ62 GWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ62 GWM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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