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FG12 LXS

2012 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,397 mi
Last recorded136,397 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 LXS
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 136,397 miles

Central Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective Rear transmission mounting bush heavily worn ()

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

EPB switch broken - still usable

Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 116,938 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2022 116,938 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 93,753 miles

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 11 Jun 2020 68,259 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 68,258 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 66,585 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 58,638 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 50,927 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 42,962 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 36,963 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 31,569 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)

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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FG12 LXS is a 2012 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FG12 LXS, 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 FG12 LXS?

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What year was FG12 LXS registered?

FG12 LXS is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is FG12 LXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 LXS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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