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DK61 GGY

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,718 mi
Last recorded103,718 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK61 GGY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 103,718 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 103,697 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2024 92,118 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 88,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 6 May 2022 83,532 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp full of condensation

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 May 2022 83,532 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp full of condensation

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 76,241 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 71,802 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged slight damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 57,578 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 50,512 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 40,886 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 31,514 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DK61 GGY is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DK61 GGY, 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 DK61 GGY registered?

DK61 GGY is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 23 February 2012.

Is DK61 GGY safe to buy?

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