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A18 JOP

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,113 mi
Last recorded51,113 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 JOP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 51,113 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 48,647 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 46,729 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 43,466 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 40,316 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 38,946 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 37,172 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 32,839 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 29,698 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 25,973 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 19,324 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 18,045 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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A18 JOP is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black 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 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 A18 JOP, 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 A18 JOP?

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What year was A18 JOP registered?

A18 JOP is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is A18 JOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 JOP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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