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FV12 GMG

2012 BMW X5

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

163,031 mi
Last recorded163,031 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 GMG
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 163,031 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 149,033 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 134,391 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 123,022 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 105,156 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 88,934 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 73,497 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 66,595 miles

emissions too clean for print-out report

Pass 17 Nov 2016 55,686 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 43,441 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 36,311 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 36,311 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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FV12 GMG is a 2012 BMW X5 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FV12 GMG, 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 FV12 GMG registered?

FV12 GMG is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is FV12 GMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 GMG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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