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D3 DYU

2012 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,490 mi
Last recorded132,490 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 DYU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2026 132,490 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 130,190 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 114,003 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 94,087 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 90,228 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 75,230 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 61,560 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 51,011 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 36,501 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 26,836 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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D3 DYU is a 2012 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 D3 DYU, 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 D3 DYU registered?

D3 DYU is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is D3 DYU safe to buy?

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Does D3 DYU have outstanding finance?

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