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L321 GLL

2012 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,173 mi
Last recorded160,173 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL321 GLL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 160,173 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both inside suspension arms (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 145,563 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 138,823 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 123,461 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 123,049 miles

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear tyres have wire showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2021 94,935 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 90,780 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side brake discs slightly lipped and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 90,696 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2 x wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner side brake pad worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side brake discs slightly lipped and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 78,655 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 71,491 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 48,457 miles

engine cover obscuring components in engine bay

extensive undertrays unable to carry out full underside inspections

oversills unable ton carry out full sill inspections

Pass 8 Sep 2015 35,620 miles

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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L321 GLL is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L321 GLL, 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.

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What year was L321 GLL registered?

L321 GLL is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 September 2012.

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