2012 BMW M5 4.4L Petrol · M5 OYU
2012 BMW M5 (4.4L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2012. Recorded mileage 49,150 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/09/2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW M5
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,150 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 4395cc
M5 OYU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2025
- 49,150 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for BMW M5
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
M5 OYU Mileage History
- 26/01/202233,558 mi
- 23/02/202336,243 mi+2,685 mi
- 16/02/202438,536 mi+2,293 mi
- 21/02/202545,841 mi+7,305 mi
- 24/09/202549,150 mi+3,309 mi
Average of roughly 4,260 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
M5 OYU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW M5 (M5 OYU) between January 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Common Problems: BMW M5
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- SMG / DCT / Transmission Heat Stress(Serious)
Fast M5s punish transmissions. E60 SMG hydraulic components, F10 DCT heat stress, and even later automatic driveline components all suffer if the car has been launched repeatedly.
- Coolant / Turbo Cooling Leaks(Moderate)
Turbocharged M5s can develop coolant leaks around expansion tanks, turbo cooling lines, and front heat exchangers. Repeated low-coolant warnings are common on neglected cars.
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