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2012 BMW M5 4.4L Petrol · M5 UPF

M5 UPF

2012 BMW M5 (4.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 46,012 miles. MOT expired on 02 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW M5
Year / Origin
2012 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
46,012 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 4.4L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2012
Engine
4395cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness rating of Pass , but the maintenance trend is improving rather than worsening, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 2025-10-04. The tester flagged that this 2012 BMW M5, which is approximately 14 years old with 46,012 miles, has not experienced any new defects since the September 2023 test. This lack of new issues indicates that the vehicle has been maintained in accordance with its age and mileage, suggesting the owner has not been skipping routine checks or neglecting basic upkeep. Regarding the mileage pattern, the data is clean and sparse, with no gaps or rapid accumulation of miles since the most recent test. The vehicle has maintained a consistent low mileage trajectory without the need for costly repairs or significant wear on consumables, which is typical for a well-maintained 14-year-old BMW. However, this stability does not negate the presence of specific mechanical risks that must be addressed before the buyer can purchase the car. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person for the recurring faults and structural/mechanical components flagged in the MOT history, specifically the brake system and suspension. The most critical findings include a fractured front brake disc and exposed ply or cords on the front tyres, which represent a serious structural risk that requires immediate professional diagnosis. Additionally, the rear tyres show signs of wear near the legal limit, and the window and exhaust system require further evaluation to ensure the vehicle meets current emission standards and safety requirements.
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M5 UPF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/10/2025
  • 46,012 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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M5 UPF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 03:24
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW M5 (M5 UPF) between May 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 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: Tyres (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake disc fractured both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

M5 UPF Mileage History

  1. 09/05/202227,346 mi
  2. 10/05/202227,346 mi
  3. 29/09/202336,572 mi+9,226 mi
  4. 27/09/202443,696 mi+7,124 mi
  5. 04/10/202546,012 mi+2,316 mi

Average of roughly 5,480 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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50
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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