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LC12 CTF

2012 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,181 mi
Last recorded53,181 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 CTF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 53,181 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 52,006 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 50,582 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 48,295 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 46,052 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 43,360 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 42,251 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 40,607 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 38,397 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 36,026 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 32,982 miles

Nearside Front Wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Wearing on outer edge

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

Pass 8 May 2015 28,324 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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LC12 CTF is a 2012 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LC12 CTF, 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 LC12 CTF?

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What year was LC12 CTF registered?

LC12 CTF is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is LC12 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 CTF shows 12 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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