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EY12 FTV

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,590 mi
Last recorded138,590 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY12 FTV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 138,590 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 127,962 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2024 115,605 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 105,411 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. 245/45/18RFT. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 93,191 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 86,021 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 79,013 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 74,119 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

covers & trays fitted

Pass 21 May 2018 66,623 miles

covers & trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2017 59,021 miles

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

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

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

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 9 May 2017 59,021 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 16 May 2016 42,925 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 31,398 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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EY12 FTV 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 EY12 FTV, 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 EY12 FTV registered?

EY12 FTV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is EY12 FTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY12 FTV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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