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FE62 ZGJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

160,032 mi
Last recorded160,032 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 ZGJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 160,032 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 160,031 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 159,108 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 157,996 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void of tread inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void of tread inside edge(near to cords) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 153,513 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 142,920 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 3-4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 131,276 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 131,276 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 122,165 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm centre inside edge no tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm centre inside edge no tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 115,446 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 102,854 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 95,075 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 81,362 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front wear on outer edge of tyre

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 ZGJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZGJ, 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 ZGJ registered?

FE62 ZGJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is FE62 ZGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 ZGJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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