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BU12 ACF

2012 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,566 mi
Last recorded135,566 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW X575,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU12 ACF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 135,566 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 123,628 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 108,280 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2020 93,442 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 79,760 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2018 73,342 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Emission test carried out, no reading, cannot provide a printout (plate value 0.51)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Dec 2018 73,255 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Emission test carried out, no reading, cannot provide a printout (plate value 0.51)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 60,327 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 58,743 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 52,461 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 40,961 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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BU12 ACF is a 2012 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BU12 ACF, 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 BU12 ACF registered?

BU12 ACF is a 2012 BMW X5, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BU12 ACF safe to buy?

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