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E27 PMB

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

143,743 mi
Last recorded143,743 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE27 PMB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 143,743 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2025 142,452 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 142,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 130,232 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 124,101 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 119,289 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 107,242 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 96,902 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 96,902 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 86,801 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 75,717 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 71,480 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Apr 2017 60,404 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 52,014 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 46,552 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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E27 PMB is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 E27 PMB, 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 E27 PMB registered?

E27 PMB is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is E27 PMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E27 PMB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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