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GU12 DDV

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

144,234 mi
Last recorded144,234 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 DDV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 144,234 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 136,765 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 132,959 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 130,602 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 122,394 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 112,473 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 112,365 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2019 102,364 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 91,780 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 75,422 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 18 Oct 2016 60,575 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 46,829 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 33,677 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 33,677 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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GU12 DDV 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 85.7%.

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 GU12 DDV, 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 GU12 DDV registered?

GU12 DDV is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is GU12 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 DDV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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