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BV12 XFX

2012 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,115 mi
Last recorded95,115 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 XFX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 95,115 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 93,113 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 92,993 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front wipers smear slightly

Pass 1 Mar 2017 78,235 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 78,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 70,993 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

Undertrays Fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2015 54,835 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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BV12 XFX is a 2012 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 50,918 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 M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV12 XFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW M5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV12 XFX registered?

BV12 XFX is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BV12 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 XFX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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