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GD12 LKY

2012 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,271 mi
Last recorded99,271 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD12 LKY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2026 99,271 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 90,629 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 87,481 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 79,962 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 74,591 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 54,099 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 36,765 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 17,728 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 9,261 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 7,760 miles

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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GD12 LKY is a 2012 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GD12 LKY, 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 GD12 LKY registered?

GD12 LKY is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is GD12 LKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD12 LKY shows 10 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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