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BV62 CPZ

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,722 mi
Last recorded113,722 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 CPZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 113,722 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 113,722 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 110,998 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 110,998 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 102,881 miles

Engine cover fitted

Rear diff mounting bushes worn

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Under-trays fitted

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 92,612 miles

Engine cover fitted

Front shock absorber lower bushes deteriorating

Rear diff mount bushes deteriorating

Under-trays fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2022 92,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Engine cover fitted

Front shock absorber lower bushes deteriorating

Rear diff mount bushes deteriorating

Under-trays fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2021 83,748 miles

Engine covers fitted

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Under-trays fitted

Fail 13 Oct 2021 83,748 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Engine covers fitted

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2020 77,666 miles

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

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn low on outer edge and in general poor condition.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2019 71,098 miles

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

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under-trays fitted

Fail 30 Sep 2019 71,096 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2018 64,168 miles

Engine cover fitted

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under-trays fitted

Fail 4 Oct 2018 64,165 miles

Side repeater not working Both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Engine cover fitted

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2017 54,746 miles

Child seat fitted

Engine cover fitted

Under-trays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2016 38,934 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 38,299 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 26,857 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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BV62 CPZ is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BV62 CPZ, 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 BV62 CPZ registered?

BV62 CPZ is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is BV62 CPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 CPZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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