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GL12 CZR

2012 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,768 mi
Last recorded68,768 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 CZR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 68,768 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2025 63,187 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 52,569 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 46,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 39,711 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 33,462 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Middle tread ()

Pass 2 Nov 2020 28,055 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 21,780 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 18,497 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 17,221 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 15,179 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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GL12 CZR is a 2012 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 GL12 CZR, 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 GL12 CZR registered?

GL12 CZR is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is GL12 CZR safe to buy?

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