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CV12 OHC

2012 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,488 mi
Last recorded128,488 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 OHC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 128,488 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 124,386 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 118,628 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 114,432 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 111,677 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 109,885 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 107,700 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 104,348 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 98,443 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2016 81,516 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 65,585 miles

Oil leak

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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CV12 OHC is a 2012 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 88,160 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV12 OHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV12 OHC registered?

CV12 OHC is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is CV12 OHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV12 OHC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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