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SY12 XBX

2012 BMW X6

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

147,782 mi
Last recorded147,782 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X672,829 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY12 XBX
MakeBMW
ModelX6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 147,782 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 147,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 135,741 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 135,728 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 121,740 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 121,738 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 113,168 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 98,439 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 98,439 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment locknut loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2020 86,032 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 86,032 miles

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 78,228 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 71,172 miles

Front pad linings deteriorated and cracking

Fail 19 Sep 2018 71,107 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front pad linings deteriorated and cracking

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 59,550 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 44,721 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 36,211 miles

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How Reliable is the BMW X6?

Based on 167,449 MOT tests across 17,998 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
7,403
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
17,998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,277
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,029
coil spring broken 809
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 782
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SY12 XBX is a 2012 BMW X6 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW X6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 72,829 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 X6 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 1,277 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY12 XBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X6 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY12 XBX registered?

SY12 XBX is a 2012 BMW X6, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is SY12 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY12 XBX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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