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KM12 KOH

2012 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,116 mi
Last recorded145,116 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 KOH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 145,116 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 139,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 275/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 128,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and escessivley worn on inner edge - 275/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 245/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - 275/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 114,168 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Side repeater flashes intermittently at different speeds

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 101,696 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 92,463 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2020 92,463 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 81,778 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 76,319 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 55,764 miles

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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KM12 KOH is a 2012 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KM12 KOH, 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 KM12 KOH registered?

KM12 KOH is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 10 May 2012.

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