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EK12 VSJ

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

120,023 mi
Last recorded120,023 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 VSJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 120,023 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 120,023 miles

Offside Front Outer Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid water not hitting windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 111,253 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 103,771 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 103,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 99,087 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 91,516 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 91,514 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 82,974 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 77,849 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Mar 2019 69,349 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 62,098 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 53,644 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 47,801 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering column flexible coupling has slight play steering rack (Drum stick) (2.1.5)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 42,768 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 36,925 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 36,925 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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EK12 VSJ is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EK12 VSJ, 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 EK12 VSJ registered?

EK12 VSJ is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is EK12 VSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK12 VSJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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