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AF12 UFX

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,624 mi
Last recorded104,624 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 104,624 miles
Fail 3 May 2025 104,018 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 95,312 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 86,188 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 78,508 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 78,475 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 68,262 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 55,333 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 40,220 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 37,429 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2015 26,108 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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AF12 UFX is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey 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 AF12 UFX, 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 UFX?

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What year was AF12 UFX registered?

AF12 UFX is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is AF12 UFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 UFX 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.

Does AF12 UFX have outstanding finance?

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