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FD61 FJN

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,611 mi
Last recorded127,611 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 FJN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2024 127,611 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 123,044 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 116,497 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring items

Pass 27 Nov 2019 106,252 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring items

Pass 15 Nov 2018 95,613 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring items

Pass 17 Nov 2017 86,500 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 77,713 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 70,153 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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FD61 FJN is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FD61 FJN, 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 FD61 FJN?

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What year was FD61 FJN registered?

FD61 FJN is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 2 February 2012.

Is FD61 FJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD61 FJN shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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