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EX12 LFG

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,169 mi
Last recorded149,169 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 LFG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 149,169 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 139,634 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 134,013 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 132,865 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 132,249 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2019 128,507 miles

various trays/covers fitted to underside of vehicle restricting views to some components

Pass 13 Apr 2018 126,977 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 125,016 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 122,105 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 120,778 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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EX12 LFG is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX12 LFG, 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 EX12 LFG registered?

EX12 LFG is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is EX12 LFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 LFG 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 EX12 LFG have outstanding finance?

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