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DY12 GTF

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,437 mi
Last recorded108,437 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 GTF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 108,437 miles

Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess nsr/osr rear bags (5.3.5 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obstructing the view of the underside componenets

Fail 18 Nov 2022 108,437 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess nsr/osr rear bags (5.3.5 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obstructing the view of the underside componenets

Pass 17 Nov 2021 101,224 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 92,712 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 82,846 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 75,488 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 69,034 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 51,009 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 24,518 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DY12 GTF is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DY12 GTF, 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 DY12 GTF registered?

DY12 GTF is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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The MOT history for DY12 GTF shows 9 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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