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YE12 VYM

2012 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

110,428 mi
Last recorded110,428 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52588,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 VYM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 110,428 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2026 110,428 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 106,552 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2024 99,890 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 99,692 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 98,855 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 98,850 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2021 95,766 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 95,299 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 94,502 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 83,842 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 83,747 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 67,804 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 67,804 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 May 2016 54,921 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 39,918 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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YE12 VYM is a 2012 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YE12 VYM, 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.

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What year was YE12 VYM registered?

YE12 VYM is a 2012 BMW 525, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is YE12 VYM safe to buy?

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