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YF62 MXW

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,116 mi
Last recorded151,116 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 MXW
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 151,116 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

under covers fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2023 140,086 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 129,272 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 116,397 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play very minor lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play very minor lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 108,917 miles

Emissions test attempted but results too low to register

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 95,859 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 95,843 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 82,344 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge.

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 17 Dec 2016 70,224 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 70,224 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 59,348 miles

all discs worn

Fail 23 Dec 2015 59,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

all discs worn

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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YF62 MXW is a 2012 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel 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 YF62 MXW, 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 YF62 MXW registered?

YF62 MXW is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is YF62 MXW safe to buy?

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