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AJ62 CTU

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

117,621 mi
Last recorded117,621 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ62 CTU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 117,621 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 108,263 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 99,163 miles

Nearside side repeater dim

Pass 19 Oct 2022 91,022 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 82,309 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 82,309 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40-19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 75,821 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 68,159 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 57,012 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2017 46,361 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 34,325 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 20,907 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 16,992 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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AJ62 CTU is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AJ62 CTU, 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 AJ62 CTU registered?

AJ62 CTU is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 19 November 2012.

Is AJ62 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ62 CTU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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