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BK12 SOU

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,855 mi
Last recorded156,855 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 SOU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 156,855 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 126,556 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 126,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 91,222 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 76,447 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 66,262 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 51,460 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 25,535 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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BK12 SOU 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 BK12 SOU, 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 BK12 SOU registered?

BK12 SOU is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is BK12 SOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 SOU 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.

Does BK12 SOU have outstanding finance?

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