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FP62 KWO

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,897 mi
Last recorded159,897 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 KWO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 159,897 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 144,143 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 125,301 miles

Engine covers

Pass 21 Mar 2017 101,528 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 101,528 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 78,457 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 58,057 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 57,635 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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FP62 KWO is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FP62 KWO, 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 FP62 KWO registered?

FP62 KWO is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is FP62 KWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 KWO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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