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BK12 JBV

2012 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

178,623 mi
Last recorded178,623 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 JBV
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 178,623 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 178,623 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 172,217 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 167,197 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 160,120 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 146,253 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 136,064 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 120,200 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 103,435 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 85,536 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 66,011 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 51,150 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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BK12 JBV 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 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 BK12 JBV, 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 BK12 JBV registered?

BK12 JBV is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 22 March 2012.

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The MOT history for BK12 JBV 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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