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BV62 DZP

2012 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,685 mi
Last recorded142,685 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 DZP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 142,685 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 122,767 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 111,376 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 103,631 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 95,142 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 85,334 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 76,911 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 67,180 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 58,182 miles

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

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 23 Aug 2017 58,182 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 25 Aug 2016 49,196 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges.

Both rear tyres wearing on edges.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Sep 2015 41,948 miles

under trays and sill covers fitted

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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BV62 DZP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Blue 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 BV62 DZP, 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 BV62 DZP registered?

BV62 DZP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is BV62 DZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 DZP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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