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YF12 YZX

2012 BMW X5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,431 mi
Last recorded101,431 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 YZX
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 101,431 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer grease sweat (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 101,431 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer grease sweat (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play nut securing to hub loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 94,405 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2022 94,405 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 89,536 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 72,795 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 64,286 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 63,153 miles

Front Upper engine cover fitted covering not allowing full inspection

after market exaust system fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2017 54,247 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 43,138 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 29,838 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 29,838 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YF12 YZX is a 2012 BMW X5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF12 YZX, 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 YF12 YZX registered?

YF12 YZX is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 14 June 2012.

Is YF12 YZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 YZX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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