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EF62 WZD

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,659 mi
Last recorded79,659 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF62 WZD
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 79,659 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2025 79,659 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 78,055 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 74,072 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 19 Dec 2023 74,072 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Dec 2022 71,432 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 68,488 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 68,488 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 67,136 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 64,904 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 61,277 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 61,277 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH REAR. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH FRONT. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 54,717 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 45,959 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 35,139 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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EF62 WZD is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EF62 WZD, 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 EF62 WZD registered?

EF62 WZD is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 22 December 2012.

Is EF62 WZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF62 WZD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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