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RA12 WXK

2012 BMW 523

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,057 mi
Last recorded49,057 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52361,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA12 WXK
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 49,057 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 May 2025 36,190 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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RA12 WXK is a 2012 BMW 523 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 61,904 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA12 WXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 523 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA12 WXK?

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What year was RA12 WXK registered?

RA12 WXK is a 2012 BMW 523, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is RA12 WXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA12 WXK shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RA12 WXK have outstanding finance?

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