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EX62 ZBZ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,246 mi
Last recorded151,246 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 ZBZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 151,246 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 139,437 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 136,456 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 132,290 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 118,816 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2021 118,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 111,476 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 84,683 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 83,418 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 67,432 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/40/18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 51,464 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 31,042 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 28,426 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 28,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EX62 ZBZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX62 ZBZ, 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 EX62 ZBZ registered?

EX62 ZBZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is EX62 ZBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 ZBZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX62 ZBZ have outstanding finance?

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