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FY62 EFZ

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,428 mi
Last recorded196,428 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 EFZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 196,428 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2024 195,807 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front bumper damaged no sharp edges and still secure

Gearbox mounting defective rear of gearbox mounting heavily corroded and holed standard fitment under trays fitted limiting inspection requires attention ()

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

Offside Rear fog light lens damaged

Pass 19 Sep 2023 181,980 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 181,980 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 167,472 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 167,472 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 152,489 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 152,489 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 139,846 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))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 128,591 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 114,797 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 101,239 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 82,918 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 67,917 miles

Nearside Rear unable to check seatbelt due to child seat fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2015 67,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear unable to check seatbelt due to child seat fitted

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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FY62 EFZ is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FY62 EFZ, 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 FY62 EFZ registered?

FY62 EFZ is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is FY62 EFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 EFZ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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