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BN12 XFU

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,809 mi
Last recorded160,809 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 XFU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2026 160,809 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2025 154,402 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear differential bush worn.

Pass 25 Feb 2024 149,396 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 141,057 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front coil spring seated incorrectly

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 126,589 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 96,635 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 79,070 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 28 Feb 2019 50,691 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 45,293 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 39,752 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 33,200 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 26,780 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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BN12 XFU 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 100%.

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 BN12 XFU, 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 BN12 XFU registered?

BN12 XFU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is BN12 XFU safe to buy?

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