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A13 CSD

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

218,483 mi
Last recorded218,483 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 CSD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 218,483 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 215,617 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 213,317 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 210,414 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 208,245 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 205,618 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 205,618 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 202,603 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 199,331 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 178,623 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 178,613 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2016 140,613 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 110,108 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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A13 CSD is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 88,697 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 CSD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A13 CSD?

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What year was A13 CSD registered?

A13 CSD is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is A13 CSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 CSD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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