2012 BMW M5 4.4L Petrol · AL54 ADB
2012 BMW M5 (4.4L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2012. Recorded mileage 74,127 miles. MOT valid until 20/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M5
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/07/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,127 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 4395cc
AL54 ADB Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2026
- 74,127 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
AL54 ADB Mileage History
- 29/06/202256,172 mi
- 02/08/202361,671 mi+5,499 mi
- 05/09/202467,726 mi+6,055 mi
- 21/01/202674,127 mi+6,401 mi
Average of roughly 5,036 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
AL54 ADB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW M5 (AL54 ADB) between June 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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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