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DV62 CVZ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

159,844 mi
Last recorded159,844 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV62 CVZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 159,844 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 153,913 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 153,904 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2023 148,396 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad worn more than remaining three - not fitted with low level wear sensor so requires monitoring (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 2mm tread depth (legal limit 1.6mm) requires monitoring (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Alloy wheel showing signs of previously welded repair on inner section/rim

Pass 17 Aug 2022 133,943 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 121,195 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 113,447 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 103,471 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 88,782 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 88,767 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 72,334 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 72,329 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 56,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer shoulders worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer shoulders worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 41,309 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 41,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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DV62 CVZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DV62 CVZ, 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 DV62 CVZ registered?

DV62 CVZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is DV62 CVZ safe to buy?

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