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W60 ARX

2012 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,115 mi
Last recorded138,115 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW60 ARX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 138,115 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2021 136,050 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 133,902 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 133,902 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 125,163 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 115,886 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2018 111,371 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2017 108,017 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 104,606 miles

n/s /f tyre has damage to sidewall but not excessive

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2016 95,110 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 79,400 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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W60 ARX is a 2012 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W60 ARX, 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 W60 ARX registered?

W60 ARX is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 2 February 2012.

Is W60 ARX safe to buy?

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