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FG62 RKZ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

106,027 mi
Last recorded106,027 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 106,027 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 89,066 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 72,601 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 72,599 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative Inside of car (both sides) (4.1.5 (a))

Fail 2 May 2024 72,550 miles

Direction indicator not working Osf and nsf both not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Both sides (inside of the car) (4.1.5 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam Both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 68,066 miles

Nearside Front daytime running lights not working

Pass 29 Nov 2021 61,160 miles

nearside daytime running lights not working

Fail 29 Nov 2021 61,160 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

nearside daytime running lights not working

Pass 26 Nov 2020 55,572 miles

Nearside front DRL in-op

Pass 5 Dec 2019 49,463 miles

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

NSR tyre worn to inner edge

Under tray fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2019 49,463 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

NSR tyre worn to inner edge

Under tray fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2018 42,560 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 42,552 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 34,959 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2016 27,983 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 27,932 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and inner shoulder void of tread. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 21,686 miles

emmisions to low to register

undertreys fitted

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 RKZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 RKZ, 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 RKZ registered?

FG62 RKZ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is FG62 RKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG62 RKZ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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