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FT12 BZA

2012 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,987 mi
Last recorded41,987 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 BZA
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2022 41,987 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 35,154 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 25,040 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 23,093 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 18,806 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 15,078 miles

Nearside Front tyre bald on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall perished

Offside Front tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre outer sidewall perished

Pass 29 Apr 2016 10,379 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 10,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2015 7,290 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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FT12 BZA is a 2012 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 50,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT12 BZA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW M5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT12 BZA registered?

FT12 BZA is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is FT12 BZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 BZA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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