2012 BMW 5 Series 2.0L Diesel · B4 CVA
2012 BMW 5 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Dec 2012. Recorded mileage 121,437 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 5 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,437 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
B4 CVA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2025
- 121,437 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.
B4 CVA 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 5 Series (B4 CVA) between December 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
B4 CVA Mileage History
- 08/12/202192,538 mi
- 15/12/2022106,326 mi+13,788 mi
- 02/01/2024116,093 mi+9,767 mi
- 05/12/2024117,417 mi+1,324 mi
- 08/12/2025121,437 mi+4,020 mi
Average of roughly 7,223 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for BMW 5 Series (F10)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for B4CVA.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for B4CVA. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (B4CV Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as B4CVA.
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY
FORD
FIESTA ZETEC CLIMATE
MASERATI
GRANTURISMO
BMW
118
SKODA
SUPERB L AND K TDI 4X4 SA
AUDI
TT
SKODA
KODIAQ
SUBARU
IMPREZA
NISSAN
QASHQAI
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
AUDI
TT
BMW 5 SERIES Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
- N47/N57 Timing Chain StretchSerious
The 520d N47 is the major offender, but neglected N57 six-cylinder diesels can also stretch chains. Repair costs climb fast because access is poor.
- EGR Cooler LeakSerious
Many F10 diesels sit squarely in the UK EGR recall years. Leaking coolant mixed with soot can create a fire risk and should never be waved away as a minor seep.
- Air Suspension Failure (Touring)Serious
Rear air bags crack with age, then the compressor overworks and burns out. It is common enough to be a routine Touring inspection item.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.