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A5 DLD

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,171 mi
Last recorded100,171 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 DLD
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 100,171 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 94,306 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 89,067 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 81,585 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 75,985 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 70,003 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 64,183 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 53,309 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 52,113 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 46,379 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 13 Jun 2016 38,019 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges.

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edges.

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 13 Jun 2016 38,019 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both front tyres wearing on edges.

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edges.

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Jun 2015 30,286 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jun 2015 30,286 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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A5 DLD is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 75,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 DLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 DLD?

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What year was A5 DLD registered?

A5 DLD is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is A5 DLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 DLD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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