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DC62 AJX

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,516 mi
Last recorded137,516 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC62 AJX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 137,516 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 119,375 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 98,836 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 90,905 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 90,786 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 81,309 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 71,417 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 61,402 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 61,402 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 50,670 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 44,574 miles

Nearside Rear air bellow worn but not holed yet

Offside Rear air bellow worn but not holed yet

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 31,419 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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DC62 AJX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DC62 AJX, 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.

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What year was DC62 AJX registered?

DC62 AJX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is DC62 AJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC62 AJX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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