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GV62 FFP

2012 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

112,903 mi
Last recorded112,903 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV62 FFP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 112,903 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 108,227 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2024 108,194 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 101,930 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2022 95,870 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 90,798 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 84,240 miles

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

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 75,307 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 70,950 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 108,355 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 62,237 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 43,515 miles

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

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

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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GV62 FFP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GV62 FFP, 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 GV62 FFP registered?

GV62 FFP is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is GV62 FFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV62 FFP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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