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LX12 LMV

2012 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,082 mi
Last recorded85,082 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX12 LMV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 85,082 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 85,034 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive headlamp beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 81,175 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 81,175 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 77,745 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated securing clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 73,727 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre repairable ()

Fail 27 Sep 2021 73,724 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working wing repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre repairable ()

Pass 19 Oct 2020 118,294 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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LX12 LMV is a 2012 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,839cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LX12 LMV, 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 LX12 LMV registered?

LX12 LMV is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 8 August 2012.

Is LX12 LMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX12 LMV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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