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C4 LRV

2012 BMW 520

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests27 (24 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,243 mi
Last recorded135,243 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 LRV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

24 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 135,243 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 154,754 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Nov 2024 132,304 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 148,395 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant oil cooler area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 148,395 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant oil cooler area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 123,315 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 145,633 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 145,629 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm(shock) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 118,237 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 118,236 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 141,888 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 116,850 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 133,377 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 109,501 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 130,817 miles

brake malfunction light on due on board computer system pads not at fail point , but recommend brake inspection

Pass 2 Jul 2019 93,669 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jun 2019 114,326 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 80,015 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 96,024 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 60,669 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 78,872 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 41,793 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 60,893 miles

Covers fitted to engine and under-trays fitted. unable to check all parts

Pass 8 Apr 2016 39,460 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 43,007 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 9 Apr 2015 28,651 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 17,700 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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C4 LRV is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C4 LRV, 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.

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What year was C4 LRV registered?

C4 LRV is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is C4 LRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 LRV shows 27 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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