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AD08 WWW

2012 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,690 mi
Last recorded159,690 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 WWW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 159,690 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 152,240 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 152,197 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2021 142,242 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 136,993 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 136,993 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 131,834 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under body covers fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2018 119,775 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 109,164 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 99,574 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner part of tread

Pass 12 Sep 2015 95,631 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AD08 WWW is a 2012 BMW 520 in Blue 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 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 AD08 WWW, 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

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What year was AD08 WWW registered?

AD08 WWW is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is AD08 WWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 WWW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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