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FG62 HKJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

236,057 mi
Last recorded236,057 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 HKJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 236,057 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2023 236,057 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 209,357 miles

Nearside headlight wet

Pass 11 Oct 2021 182,549 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 182,545 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 159,115 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted

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))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 131,887 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 107,534 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 79,877 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 45,231 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 34,261 miles

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

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 HKJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 88,264 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FG62 HKJ, 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 HKJ registered?

FG62 HKJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 October 2012.

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