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FG62 CEV

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

261,781 mi
Last recorded261,781 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 CEV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 261,781 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 229,259 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 229,253 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2024 191,050 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 189,111 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2023 189,111 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 169,992 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 152,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 152,454 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working Wing (side repeater) (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 135,108 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 128,804 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 122,663 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 122,398 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 111,231 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Sep 2016 100,997 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

Fail 20 Sep 2016 100,997 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

Pass 24 Sep 2015 81,725 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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FG62 CEV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG62 CEV, 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 FG62 CEV registered?

FG62 CEV is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is FG62 CEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG62 CEV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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