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DU62 BCX

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

194,880 mi
Last recorded194,880 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 BCX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 194,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 183,520 miles

Central Rear Diff mounting bushes starting to split

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

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2024 183,510 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Diff mounting bushes starting to split

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2023 177,511 miles

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

Offside Front brake backing plate loose

Pass 28 Jun 2022 153,680 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise urgent change (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 153,490 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 150,929 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn smooth

Pass 31 Oct 2020 147,129 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 141,308 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 132,092 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 124,683 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 107,302 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 85,172 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 69,975 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 69,118 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

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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DU62 BCX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DU62 BCX, 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 DU62 BCX registered?

DU62 BCX is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is DU62 BCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU62 BCX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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