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X5 FUA

2012 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

170,172 mi
Last recorded170,172 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 FUA
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 170,172 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has a nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 166,563 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 161,288 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 130,114 miles

Advise both front tyres starting to wear on edges

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 129,990 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 315/35r20 110w xl r/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Advise both front tyres starting to wear on edges

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 114,399 miles

Child seat fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2020 101,991 miles

Cut in Nearside front tyre sidewall

Front tyres wearing on edges (raised tread) advise replacement

Nearside wing repeater in poor condition

Rear tyres wearing on edges advise replacement

Undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2019 96,122 miles

Child seats fitted

Tyres wearing on edges

Undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2018 79,415 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2017 66,018 miles

Rear tyres wearing on edges advise replacement

Undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2016 51,304 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges advise replacement

Pass 14 Dec 2015 37,308 miles

Item in o/s/r tyre.

Offside Rear Tyre worn bald on inner edge almost though to cords.

Offside Rear Tyre worn bald on inner edge and thin.

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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X5 FUA is a 2012 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 X5 FUA, 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 X5 FUA registered?

X5 FUA is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 6 November 2012.

Is X5 FUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 FUA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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