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AX12 HEJ

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

149,018 mi
Last recorded149,018 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 HEJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 149,018 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 143,314 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2022 143,314 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 139,191 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective NSF brake pad wear indicator wire broken (1.1.4 (a) (i))

NSF brake disc back plate slightly insecure

NSF inner tie rod has slight play

Pass 5 Aug 2020 133,749 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 123,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 111,900 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

engine under shield fitted

under body shields fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2017 98,262 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 88,000 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 74,086 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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AX12 HEJ is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AX12 HEJ, 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 AX12 HEJ registered?

AX12 HEJ is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 9 August 2012.

Is AX12 HEJ safe to buy?

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