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BU51 UNU

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

179,318 mi
Last recorded179,318 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 UNU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2025 179,318 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 173,905 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 158,448 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre down to 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre down to 2 mm 225/55/17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 136,539 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 117,846 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 98,065 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 89,487 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 84,191 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Apr 2017 72,645 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 72,645 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 63,548 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 51,080 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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BU51 UNU 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 BU51 UNU, 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 BU51 UNU registered?

BU51 UNU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is BU51 UNU safe to buy?

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