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BV62 CTK

2012 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,921 mi
Last recorded131,921 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 CTK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 131,921 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 131,716 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2022 119,421 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 118,792 miles

Nearside Front Lower slight tear near side lower link arm rubber

Pass 17 Feb 2020 11,070 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 96,780 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 96,780 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 89,639 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 80,517 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 62,764 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 45,989 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 CTK is a 2012 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV62 CTK, 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 CTK registered?

BV62 CTK is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is BV62 CTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 CTK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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