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FM62 OAJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,673 mi
Last recorded123,673 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM62 OAJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 123,673 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 118,720 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 112,546 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 96,736 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 87,568 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 81,031 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 73,671 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 64,575 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 55,562 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 38,225 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 33,496 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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FM62 OAJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 FM62 OAJ, 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

How do I check the history of FM62 OAJ?

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What year was FM62 OAJ registered?

FM62 OAJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 October 2012.

Is FM62 OAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM62 OAJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM62 OAJ have outstanding finance?

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