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EF61 AWM

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

214,239 mi
Last recorded214,239 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 AWM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 214,239 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 201,305 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 201,305 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 185,534 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 149,262 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 137,920 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 137,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 121,320 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 105,065 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2014 86,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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EF61 AWM is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EF61 AWM, 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 EF61 AWM registered?

EF61 AWM is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 5 January 2012.

Is EF61 AWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 AWM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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