2012 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · MD12 BMW
2012 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 21 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 121,750 miles. MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,750 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MD12 BMW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2026
- 121,750 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MD12 BMW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW X5 (MD12 BMW) between September 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
MD12 BMW Mileage History
- 16/09/2023103,822 mi
- 11/09/2024108,939 mi+5,117 mi
- 09/09/2025114,222 mi+5,283 mi
- 14/09/2026121,750 mi+7,528 mi
- 14/09/2026121,750 mi
Average of roughly 5,986 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X5 (E70)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Module FailureSerious
The gear train inside the EPB actuator strips, leaving the brake stuck on, screaming, or refusing to operate - a very common E70 ownership issue.
- Rear Air Suspension FailureSerious
Air bags crack with age and the compressor burns out trying to keep the rear of the car level. On UK cars it is almost a routine inspection item.
- Panoramic Sunroof FailureModerate
The large glass roof can jam, break guides, or block drains, leading to wet headlinings and electrical trouble in the rear of the car.
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