2012 BMW 5 Series 2.0L Diesel · R21 FAA
2012 BMW 5 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/08/2012. Recorded mileage 134,651 miles. MOT valid until 06/10/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 5 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/11/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,651 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1995cc
R21 FAA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/10/2025
- 134,651 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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R21 FAA Mileage History
- 02/10/202195,357 mi
- 30/09/2022100,690 mi+5,333 mi
- 07/09/2023108,220 mi+7,530 mi
- 08/10/2024120,095 mi+11,875 mi
- 06/10/2025134,651 mi+14,556 mi
Average of roughly 9,797 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R21 FAA 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 (R21 FAA) between October 2021 and October 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 (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (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.
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