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FE62 ZGM

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,892 mi
Last recorded148,892 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 ZGM
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 148,892 miles

Under & Over shield preventing inspection of components

Pass 9 Dec 2024 139,030 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 129,878 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 120,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under and over shields fitted preventing inspection of components

Fail 9 Dec 2022 120,167 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under and over shields fitted preventing inspection of components

Pass 9 Dec 2021 110,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 98,431 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 88,922 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 88,531 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 79,344 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 72,636 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 31 Dec 2016 68,576 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 68,576 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 59,829 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 57,379 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 15 Sep 2015 57,375 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

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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FE62 ZGM is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FE62 ZGM, 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 FE62 ZGM registered?

FE62 ZGM is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is FE62 ZGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 ZGM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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