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S2 NML

2012 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

68,084 mi
Last recorded68,084 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 NML
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 68,084 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 63,309 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 57,334 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 50,911 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 42,479 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 35,512 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 30,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Down to 3mm 265/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Down to 3mm 295/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 23,272 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 16,765 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 15,112 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2017 15,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2016 7,566 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 7,298 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 6,211 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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S2 NML is a 2012 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S2 NML, 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 S2 NML registered?

S2 NML is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is S2 NML safe to buy?

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