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YK12 VUP

2012 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,777 mi
Last recorded85,777 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 VUP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 85,777 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 85,777 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 83,119 miles

Front exhaust clamp cracked but still holding

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 80,038 miles

NS/R Reverse light out

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

Fail 29 Dec 2023 80,038 miles

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

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

NS/R Reverse light out

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

Pass 31 Dec 2022 74,750 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2021 69,742 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 69,742 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 65,006 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 60,891 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Oct 2018 53,891 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 47,950 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 43,298 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing unevenly on outer edges

Nearside Rear worn on inner edges

Offside Rear worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Oct 2015 37,218 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 32,362 miles

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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YK12 VUP 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 80%.

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 YK12 VUP, 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 YK12 VUP registered?

YK12 VUP is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is YK12 VUP safe to buy?

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