2012 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · YH12 YBU
2012 BMW X5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 04 May 2012. Recorded mileage 170,500 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,500 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YH12 YBU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2026
- 170,500 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YH12 YBU 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 (YH12 YBU) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 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.
YH12 YBU Mileage History
- 07/07/2022142,555 mi
- 11/07/2023147,520 mi+4,965 mi
- 06/07/2024156,190 mi+8,670 mi
- 21/06/2025162,921 mi+6,731 mi
- 10/07/2026170,500 mi+7,579 mi
Average of roughly 6,972 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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
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- Panoramic Sunroof FailureModerate
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