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BT62 BVN

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

220,857 mi
Last recorded220,857 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT62 BVN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 220,857 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Aug 2025 213,972 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 205,553 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Aug 2023 188,077 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Aug 2022 173,886 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Aug 2022 173,885 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 166,039 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 166,035 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 Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 157,046 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Aug 2019 148,544 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 123,453 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 92,192 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2016 62,666 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 42,890 miles

too clean for emissions test

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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BT62 BVN is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BT62 BVN, 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 BT62 BVN registered?

BT62 BVN is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is BT62 BVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT62 BVN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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