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DA51 YLE

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,503 mi
Last recorded127,503 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA51 YLE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 127,503 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 115,676 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 102,525 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 87,610 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 75,697 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 65,801 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 55,022 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 52,849 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 44,768 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 4 Jan 2018 44,768 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 10 Dec 2016 37,771 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

front headlight washer jets staying out when operate

Pass 25 Mar 2015 24,881 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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DA51 YLE is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DA51 YLE, 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 DA51 YLE?

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What year was DA51 YLE registered?

DA51 YLE is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is DA51 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA51 YLE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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