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GV12 MKZ

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,428 mi
Last recorded76,428 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 MKZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 76,428 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 66,711 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 55,528 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner + outer edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jul 2022 53,990 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 44,558 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Jul 2021 44,558 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 39,021 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres Worn on outer edges - 275/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 37,464 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 34,835 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Jul 2018 34,835 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jul 2017 32,202 miles

both rear tyres wearing heavily on inner edges

Pass 8 Jul 2016 27,577 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 22,739 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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GV12 MKZ is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV12 MKZ, 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 GV12 MKZ registered?

GV12 MKZ is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is GV12 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV12 MKZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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