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FV62 OKJ

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,325 mi
Last recorded42,325 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 OKJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 42,325 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 41,331 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 39,484 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 37,534 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 35,920 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 34,850 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 32,701 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 28,212 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 22,245 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 18,211 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 12,605 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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FV62 OKJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc 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 FV62 OKJ, 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 FV62 OKJ registered?

FV62 OKJ is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is FV62 OKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 OKJ 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.

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