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FE62 BFZ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

113,770 mi
Last recorded113,770 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 BFZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 113,770 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2025 106,090 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 99,911 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 89,969 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 83,420 miles

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

Trays and covers fitted

Fail 25 Jan 2022 83,345 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2021 72,301 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2020 61,910 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 3 Jan 2019 49,771 miles

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

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

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2018 40,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn <2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn <2mm and has a screw in it (4.1.E.1)

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2017 32,228 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 31,980 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (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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FE62 BFZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FE62 BFZ, 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 FE62 BFZ?

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What year was FE62 BFZ registered?

FE62 BFZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is FE62 BFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 BFZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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