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KM62 ZBW

2012 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

186,879 mi
Last recorded186,879 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM62 ZBW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 186,879 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 186,184 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 178,570 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 171,094 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 156,803 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 136,473 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 115,187 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 99,138 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 90,117 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 80,550 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 70,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KM62 ZBW is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KM62 ZBW, 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

How do I check the history of KM62 ZBW?

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What year was KM62 ZBW registered?

KM62 ZBW is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 December 2012.

Is KM62 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM62 ZBW 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.

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