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LD12 XPV

2012 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,208 mi
Last recorded74,208 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 XPV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 74,208 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 72,690 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 70,757 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 68,216 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 64,891 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 59,638 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 53,787 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 47,190 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 40,648 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 32,846 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres 2mm on both edges and 4mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 25,536 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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LD12 XPV is a 2012 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 LD12 XPV, 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 LD12 XPV registered?

LD12 XPV is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is LD12 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 XPV 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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