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EK62 VAE

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

110,541 mi
Last recorded110,541 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK62 VAE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 110,541 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 102,872 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear diff mounts worn

Pass 23 Feb 2024 90,217 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and wearing on edge 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight damage to sidewall 275/35R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight damage to sidewall 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear diff mounts worn

Pass 7 Mar 2023 84,864 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

rear diff mountings worn

Pass 4 Mar 2022 78,873 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has minor damage to outer sidewall (245/40R19) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear diff mounts slightly deteriorated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 74,203 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 74,203 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 67,873 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 60,105 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both nearside and offside, inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 51,232 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 42,903 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2MM (275/35R19) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 32,897 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 31,321 miles

child seat fitted

engine cover and under tray 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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EK62 VAE is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EK62 VAE, 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 EK62 VAE registered?

EK62 VAE is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is EK62 VAE safe to buy?

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