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LB12 PKV

2012 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,029 mi
Last recorded132,029 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 PKV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 132,029 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Apr 2025 125,583 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 125,063 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 121,086 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 121,086 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 114,501 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 108,093 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 99,088 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 89,539 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 82,941 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 64,534 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 54,948 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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LB12 PKV is a 2012 BMW 525 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LB12 PKV, 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 LB12 PKV registered?

LB12 PKV is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is LB12 PKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 PKV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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