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MF12 CVU

2012 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,678 mi
Last recorded83,678 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 CVU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 83,678 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 79,170 miles

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 74,782 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 70,562 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 70,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2022 65,441 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 61,031 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 57,307 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 46,666 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 33,101 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 29,402 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 25,388 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 18,387 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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MF12 CVU is a 2012 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MF12 CVU, 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 MF12 CVU registered?

MF12 CVU is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is MF12 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 CVU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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