2012 BMW M5 4.4L Petrol · M5 WCX
2012 BMW M5 (4.4L, petrol). First registered 28/09/2012. Recorded mileage 81,929 miles. MOT valid until 18/10/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW M5
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,929 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 4395cc
M5 WCX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2025
- 81,929 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
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 WCX Mileage History
- 14/10/202278,114 mi
- 18/10/202278,121 mi+7 mi
- 17/10/202379,372 mi+1,251 mi
- 24/09/202480,482 mi+1,110 mi
- 02/10/202581,929 mi+1,447 mi
Average of roughly 1,285 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
M5 WCX 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 WCX) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
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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