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BMZ 7544

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,011 mi
Last recorded170,011 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMZ 7544
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 170,011 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 154,487 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 141,582 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 122,698 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 116,040 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 104,846 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 98,105 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 89,286 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 76,793 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 62,310 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 47,767 miles

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

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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BMZ 7544 is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BMZ 7544, 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

How do I check the history of BMZ 7544?

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What year was BMZ 7544 registered?

BMZ 7544 is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is BMZ 7544 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMZ 7544 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BMZ 7544 have outstanding finance?

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