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FP12 XEE

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

141,997 mi
Last recorded141,997 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 XEE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 141,997 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 136,776 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2024 136,776 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 122,562 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 109,781 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 101,363 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 101,363 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 95,049 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 81,714 miles

front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2018 69,459 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 59,994 miles

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

nsr/osf/nsf tyres worn very low on edges

Fail 20 Dec 2016 59,994 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nsr/osf/nsf tyres worn very low on edges

Pass 8 Dec 2015 43,009 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 23,611 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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FP12 XEE is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FP12 XEE, 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 FP12 XEE registered?

FP12 XEE is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is FP12 XEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 XEE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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