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FJ12 GFU

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,357 mi
Last recorded152,357 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 GFU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 May 2016 152,357 miles

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

Engine covers fitted ,obscuring some components.

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 15 May 2015 124,733 miles

Both rear shock absorbers dust covers deteriorated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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FJ12 GFU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 FJ12 GFU, 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.

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What year was FJ12 GFU registered?

FJ12 GFU is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is FJ12 GFU safe to buy?

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