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AK06 MAC

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,378 mi
Last recorded126,378 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 MAC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 126,378 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2025 126,378 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 114,553 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 103,502 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2023 103,502 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 89,714 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 77,649 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 68,954 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 62,454 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 54,867 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 51,290 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 45,775 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 41,128 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 34,605 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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AK06 MAC is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 AK06 MAC, 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 AK06 MAC registered?

AK06 MAC is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is AK06 MAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK06 MAC shows 14 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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