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BG61 LUJ

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,425 mi
Last recorded199,425 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 LUJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2025 199,425 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 188,864 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 159,879 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 146,704 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 140,086 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 136,702 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 133,864 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2018 123,467 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 111,589 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Nov 2017 111,546 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 101,292 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 101,292 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 92,709 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 84,430 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 84,429 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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BG61 LUJ is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG61 LUJ, 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 BG61 LUJ registered?

BG61 LUJ is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 3 January 2012.

Is BG61 LUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 LUJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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