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SG12 SXM

2012 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,642 mi
Last recorded159,642 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 SXM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 159,642 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2026 156,017 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 133,172 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 110,337 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f & n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 21 Jan 2023 96,511 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f & n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 96,442 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 91,409 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 82,341 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 72,477 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 58,987 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 39,509 miles

Front wiper blades poor

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 20,874 miles

smoke test no reading

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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SG12 SXM 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 SG12 SXM, 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 SG12 SXM registered?

SG12 SXM is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is SG12 SXM safe to buy?

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