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DA12 EMV

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,701 mi
Last recorded93,701 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 EMV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 93,701 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2024 86,549 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 73,261 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 69,147 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 69,131 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/19-98y (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 62,442 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 58,207 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 54,701 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 49,889 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2018 49,889 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected Air spring torn (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 46,437 miles

both n/s and o/s rear tyres worn to 2.5mm

n/s/rear air spring perishing/splitting

Pass 22 Jun 2016 41,886 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 36,651 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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DA12 EMV is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DA12 EMV, 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 DA12 EMV?

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What year was DA12 EMV registered?

DA12 EMV is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is DA12 EMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA12 EMV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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