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J40 ARO

2012 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,471 mi
Last recorded94,471 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 ARO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2022 94,471 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2021 93,255 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2020 88,880 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 80,730 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 69,605 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 63,869 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 56,672 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 45,519 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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J40 ARO is a 2012 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 J40 ARO, 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 J40 ARO registered?

J40 ARO is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is J40 ARO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 ARO shows 8 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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