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FE62 XKJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

152,078 mi
Last recorded152,078 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 XKJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 152,078 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 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 138,774 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both side (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 121,493 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 105,364 miles

Nearside Rear SLIGHTLY INSCURE

Offside Front WINDSCREEN HAS A CHIP LESS THAN 10 MM

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2022 105,364 miles

Nearside Rear SLIGHTLY INSCURE

Offside Front WINDSCREEN HAS A CHIP LESS THAN 10 MM

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH SIDE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 88,514 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 58,982 miles

Nail in tyre n/s/r tyre ()

Rear tyres 3mm

o/s/f tyre low on outer edge

Pass 28 Jan 2019 51,486 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 41,140 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 31,869 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 21,667 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 20,982 miles

Both front tyres worn outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (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 XKJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc 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 XKJ, 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 FE62 XKJ registered?

FE62 XKJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is FE62 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 XKJ 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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