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BU12 AZA

2012 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,405 mi
Last recorded103,405 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU12 AZA
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 103,405 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 97,458 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 97,421 miles

Central Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/4020 rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2022 85,405 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 70,032 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 70,022 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 64,592 miles

Central Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Nearside Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 23 Mar 2017 64,270 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 60,681 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 50,183 miles

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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BU12 AZA is a 2012 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BU12 AZA, 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 BU12 AZA?

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What year was BU12 AZA registered?

BU12 AZA is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is BU12 AZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU12 AZA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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