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FY12 GJE

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

206,471 mi
Last recorded206,471 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 GJE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2024 206,471 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 201,292 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 196,970 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 186,462 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 174,626 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 158,688 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 143,864 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 131,384 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 118,567 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 95,578 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

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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FY12 GJE is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FY12 GJE, 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 FY12 GJE registered?

FY12 GJE is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is FY12 GJE safe to buy?

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