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AK12 WVD

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

170,288 mi
Last recorded170,288 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 170,288 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 170,264 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2024 158,416 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 150,891 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 150,889 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 150,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing x2 (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Nov 2022 131,270 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 121,159 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 113,289 miles

Offside Front Outer tyre side wall marked no cords present at time of test

Pass 10 Jun 2019 91,140 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 76,165 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2018 76,160 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 55,271 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 45,899 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 37,629 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 WVD is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AK12 WVD, 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 WVD registered?

AK12 WVD is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is AK12 WVD safe to buy?

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