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BP12 ZFH

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,007 mi
Last recorded132,007 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP12 ZFH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 132,007 miles

brake pad light on but pads are new

Pass 25 Oct 2024 107,739 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2024 107,739 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 96,959 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 96,937 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 94,226 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2022 94,226 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2021 89,861 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 85,475 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 78,787 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 73,762 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 68,144 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 61,808 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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BP12 ZFH is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BP12 ZFH, 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 BP12 ZFH registered?

BP12 ZFH is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is BP12 ZFH safe to buy?

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