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KS12 HRW

2012 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,399 mi
Last recorded81,399 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 HRW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 81,399 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 74,817 miles

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

engine cover and under trays fitted

zero emissions

Pass 24 Jul 2017 63,247 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 62,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 48,549 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 33,137 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KS12 HRW is a 2012 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 KS12 HRW, 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

How do I check the history of KS12 HRW?

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What year was KS12 HRW registered?

KS12 HRW is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is KS12 HRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 HRW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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