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BV12 HNZ

2012 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

159,343 mi
Last recorded159,343 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 HNZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 159,343 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2026 159,337 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn heavily on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn heavily on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 148,738 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 139,200 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 130,905 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Damp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 122,090 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 122,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2021 114,483 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 105,665 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 105,665 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 93,362 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 83,648 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 69,838 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 63,260 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 60,529 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 42,611 miles

o/s/r tyre has cut to cords 15mm length

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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BV12 HNZ is a 2012 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV12 HNZ, 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

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What year was BV12 HNZ registered?

BV12 HNZ is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BV12 HNZ safe to buy?

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