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C4 XMC

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,008 mi
Last recorded81,008 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 XMC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 81,008 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 77,999 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 75,195 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 71,184 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides bump stop deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 68,410 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted - unable to fully inspect various components

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Swollen under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 65,604 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers+undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Jan 2020 62,583 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner+outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers+undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 7 Jan 2020 62,583 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner+outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers+undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Jan 2019 58,063 miles

engine covers+undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Jan 2018 53,490 miles

engine covers+undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Jan 2017 50,401 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Jan 2016 46,308 miles

Under Trays Fitted - Unable to fully inspect some components

Pass 30 Nov 2015 45,740 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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C4 XMC is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 C4 XMC, 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 C4 XMC registered?

C4 XMC is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is C4 XMC safe to buy?

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