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AS02 TAX

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,507 mi
Last recorded59,507 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAS02 TAX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2026 59,507 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 49,655 miles

brake pad warning light on ( brake pads okay )

Pass 3 Apr 2024 43,367 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 42,949 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 42,091 miles

outstanding recall found

Pass 3 Aug 2021 41,184 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 40,738 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 39,763 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under guards fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2018 38,043 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 36,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 33,340 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 27 Jul 2015 29,362 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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AS02 TAX is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AS02 TAX, 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 AS02 TAX registered?

AS02 TAX is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is AS02 TAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AS02 TAX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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