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AU62 LSN

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,508 mi
Last recorded101,508 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU62 LSN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 101,508 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 93,401 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 86,352 miles

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

Undertrays and engine covers fitted.

Pass 24 Jan 2019 68,038 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 48,080 miles

Emissions too low for printout

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 34,105 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Jacking block missing

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 23,500 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 23,500 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AU62 LSN is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AU62 LSN, 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 AU62 LSN registered?

AU62 LSN is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is AU62 LSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU62 LSN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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