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YH12 YXN

2012 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

168,135 mi
Last recorded168,135 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 YXN
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 168,135 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 159,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 156,375 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 156,375 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 151,637 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 138,908 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 126,616 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2019 126,616 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 109,373 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 108,404 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Nov 2017 90,749 miles

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 27 Apr 2017 80,501 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 80,501 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 57,837 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 35,311 miles

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

slight damage to o/s/f tyre outer side wall tread getting low

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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YH12 YXN is a 2012 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YH12 YXN, 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 YH12 YXN registered?

YH12 YXN is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 4 May 2012.

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