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SN12 GJZ

2012 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,927 mi
Last recorded60,927 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW M550,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN12 GJZ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2025 60,927 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 57,947 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 53,997 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 49,992 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 45,701 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 37,995 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Aug 2018 29,001 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 24,407 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 16,423 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,903 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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SN12 GJZ is a 2012 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SN12 GJZ, 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 SN12 GJZ registered?

SN12 GJZ is a 2012 BMW M5, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is SN12 GJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN12 GJZ shows 10 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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