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FE62 BLJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

244,665 mi
Last recorded244,665 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 BLJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 244,665 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2022 244,663 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both sides (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear registration plate background colour didn't met the DVLA standards (0.1 (d))

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav / mobile phone holder and dash camera ()

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both rear differential bushes deteriorated as marked

oil leak under the gearbox

Pass 26 Jun 2021 235,098 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 222,014 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 180,245 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 251,292 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 236,884 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 126,275 miles

engine cover and under-tray fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2015 95,410 miles

Offside Front Tyre has outer tread wear

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 BLJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BLJ, 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.

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What year was FE62 BLJ registered?

FE62 BLJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 5 October 2012.

Is FE62 BLJ safe to buy?

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