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EX12 NWU

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

186,342 mi
Last recorded186,342 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 NWU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 186,342 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 172,202 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 160,000 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 155,714 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 150,083 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 140,753 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 128,153 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 128,153 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters both plates have a number 11 that looks like a H (6.3.4c)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 121,047 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 115,267 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 NWU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NWU, 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

How do I check the history of EX12 NWU?

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What year was EX12 NWU registered?

EX12 NWU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is EX12 NWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 NWU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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