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EK62 VFJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

148,832 mi
Last recorded148,832 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 148,832 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 133,887 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 118,165 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 109,235 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 101,194 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2020 94,080 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Nov 2019 85,359 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 85,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 74,975 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 50,314 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 35,826 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 28,654 miles

brake discs heavily corroded and lipped

Fail 12 Nov 2015 28,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake discs heavily corroded and lipped

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 VFJ 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 84.6%.

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 VFJ, 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 VFJ registered?

EK62 VFJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is EK62 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK62 VFJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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