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AK09 KAS

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,988 mi
Last recorded163,988 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 KAS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 163,988 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 145,528 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 127,787 miles

Front and rear undertrays fitted restricting view of steering and suspension components

Fail 16 May 2024 127,787 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front and rear undertrays fitted restricting view of steering and suspension components

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2023 108,309 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 103,493 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 88,476 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 88,476 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 81,388 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 72,621 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 60,933 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 52,220 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 41,091 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 41,091 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 29,983 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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AK09 KAS is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK09 KAS, 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 AK09 KAS registered?

AK09 KAS is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is AK09 KAS safe to buy?

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