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DS61 FMX

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

229,807 mi
Last recorded229,807 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 FMX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 229,807 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 221,817 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 25 Nov 2023 217,278 miles

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

intearia mirror missing

oil leak from engine

Fail 25 Nov 2023 217,278 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

intearia mirror missing

oil leak from engine

Pass 15 Nov 2022 203,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 194,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output damp inside (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 181,247 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 167,588 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 158,198 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 152,014 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 133,051 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 102,679 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 102,422 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

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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DS61 FMX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DS61 FMX, 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 DS61 FMX registered?

DS61 FMX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is DS61 FMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 FMX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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