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HG12 XTM

2012 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

133,719 mi
Last recorded133,719 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 XTM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 133,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, smooth/weakened on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, smooth/weakened on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Screenwash jets weak, only just hitting windscreen

Fail 31 Jul 2025 133,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, smooth/weakened on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, smooth/weakened on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Screenwash jets weak, only just hitting windscreen

Pass 17 Jul 2024 120,598 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 110,766 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 110,766 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 109,824 miles

interior mirror broken

Fail 20 Jan 2023 109,824 miles

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

interior mirror broken

Pass 5 Jan 2022 109,639 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 108,068 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2020 108,068 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 92,632 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 75,542 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 55,640 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 39,857 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 34,390 miles

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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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HG12 XTM is a 2012 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG12 XTM, 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.

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What year was HG12 XTM registered?

HG12 XTM is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is HG12 XTM safe to buy?

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