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AJ12 VXN

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

170,475 mi
Last recorded170,475 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 VXN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 170,475 miles

Misting of oil on rear differential.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Aug 2018 152,759 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2018 152,759 miles

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service overdue

Pass 5 Feb 2018 129,975 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Misting of oil on rear differential.

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2018 129,969 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)

Pass 10 Aug 2017 109,591 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 109,590 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 91,922 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 Aug 2016 77,792 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 77,563 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2015 59,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AJ12 VXN 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 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ12 VXN, 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 AJ12 VXN registered?

AJ12 VXN is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 19 July 2012.

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