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FH12 MZG

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

179,640 mi
Last recorded179,640 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 MZG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2019 179,640 miles

o/s/f tyre feathered on outer edge

Pass 23 Jul 2018 152,395 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 115,536 miles

front tyres worn slightly on outer edges

Pass 6 Aug 2016 80,372 miles

emissions to clean to register

Pass 3 Aug 2015 46,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FH12 MZG is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FH12 MZG, 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 FH12 MZG registered?

FH12 MZG is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 August 2012.

Is FH12 MZG safe to buy?

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Does FH12 MZG have outstanding finance?

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