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AD12 POP

2012 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,382 mi
Last recorded148,382 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD12 POP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2020 148,382 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 133,636 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 106,357 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 78,595 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 65,326 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 44,976 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wiper blades worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Mar 2015 44,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wiper blades worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AD12 POP is a 2012 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AD12 POP, 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 AD12 POP?

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What year was AD12 POP registered?

AD12 POP is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AD12 POP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD12 POP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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