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AK12 UMH

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

227,300 mi
Last recorded227,300 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 UMH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 227,300 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 216,554 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 205,692 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 11 May 2023 186,727 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 11 May 2023 186,727 miles

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 167,353 miles

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

undertray present

Pass 15 May 2021 142,588 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2020 128,284 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2019 116,774 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 97,582 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 76,874 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 64,614 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 51,915 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 51,915 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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AK12 UMH is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black 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 AK12 UMH, 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 AK12 UMH registered?

AK12 UMH is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AK12 UMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 UMH 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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