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B11 EXA

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

159,236 mi
Last recorded159,236 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 EXA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 159,236 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 149,437 miles

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

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 136,455 miles

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

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 136,452 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 123,328 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 110,018 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 96,610 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 86,090 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 72,795 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 62,364 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 49,891 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 34,051 miles

Offside Rear has a bolt in tyre

front wipers slight smear

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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B11 EXA is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B11 EXA, 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 B11 EXA registered?

B11 EXA is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 11 September 2012.

Is B11 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B11 EXA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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