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WP12 FZH

2012 BMW 535

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

161,792 mi
Last recorded161,792 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP12 FZH
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 161,792 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 154,115 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2025 154,115 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 135,856 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 125,458 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 106,818 miles

undertrays fitted throughout

Pass 23 Jul 2021 89,159 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 77,676 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 55,572 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 33,737 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 24,439 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 15,555 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 15,545 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 15,480 miles

nearside front tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 1 Jun 2015 12,459 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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WP12 FZH is a 2012 BMW 535 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP12 FZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WP12 FZH registered?

WP12 FZH is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 13 June 2012.

Is WP12 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP12 FZH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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