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MX61 OJT

2012 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,469 mi
Last recorded103,469 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX61 OJT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 103,469 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing slight play

Pass 2 Jan 2025 97,385 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 93,004 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 88,259 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 88,257 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2021 83,043 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 78,124 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2021 78,015 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 73,144 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2018 66,810 miles

Nearside both front and rear tyres sidewall damaged

Pass 28 Dec 2017 52,373 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 35,839 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 22,250 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2015 16,848 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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MX61 OJT is a 2012 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MX61 OJT, 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 MX61 OJT registered?

MX61 OJT is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is MX61 OJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX61 OJT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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