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DY12 SWF

2012 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,590 mi
Last recorded108,590 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 SWF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2024 108,590 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 106,323 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 105,534 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 103,765 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 102,685 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 100,876 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 99,016 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 87,700 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 62,839 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 38,778 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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DY12 SWF 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 DY12 SWF, 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 DY12 SWF registered?

DY12 SWF is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is DY12 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 SWF shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY12 SWF have outstanding finance?

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