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S1 LYP

2012 BMW X5

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

438,999 mi
Last recorded438,999 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 LYP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 438,999 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 438,999 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 432,312 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 427,137 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 423,773 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 260,390 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 240,896 miles

front brakes imbalanced

park brake effort low n.s.r

slight lift front lower ball joints n.s and o.s

wipers dont fully clear screen

Pass 26 Mar 2015 189,215 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs slight wear/scored

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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S1 LYP is a 2012 BMW X5 in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S1 LYP, 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 S1 LYP registered?

S1 LYP is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is S1 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S1 LYP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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