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FV12 GMF

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,118 mi
Last recorded100,118 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 GMF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2021 100,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner & outer edges & nail through tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 89,961 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 77,678 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Dec 2017 67,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225-55-17 RFT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225-55-17 RFT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 53,163 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 51,629 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 38,270 miles

wiper blades wear evident

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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FV12 GMF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FV12 GMF, 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 FV12 GMF registered?

FV12 GMF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is FV12 GMF safe to buy?

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