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AF12 HSV

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,959 mi
Last recorded95,959 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 HSV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2025 95,959 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 85,836 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 75,229 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 63,396 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 62,434 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 60,250 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 58,431 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 55,260 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 51,400 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 47,491 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 43,685 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,586 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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AF12 HSV is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey 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 AF12 HSV, 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 AF12 HSV?

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What year was AF12 HSV registered?

AF12 HSV is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AF12 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 HSV 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.

Does AF12 HSV have outstanding finance?

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