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CY12 VFW

2012 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,064 mi
Last recorded104,064 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY12 VFW
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2025 104,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 99,512 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 92,229 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 86,270 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 76,142 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 66,934 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 61,764 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 57,518 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 55,505 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 47,906 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 39,415 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 32,706 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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CY12 VFW is a 2012 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CY12 VFW, 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 CY12 VFW registered?

CY12 VFW is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is CY12 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY12 VFW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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