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J5 JWG

2012 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,041 mi
Last recorded8,041 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 JWG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 8,041 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 7,994 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 7,904 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 7,627 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 7,231 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 6,877 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 6,710 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 6,420 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 6,083 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 5,570 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 4,902 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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J5 JWG is a 2012 BMW K Series in White with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J5 JWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J5 JWG registered?

J5 JWG is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is J5 JWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 JWG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J5 JWG have outstanding finance?

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