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EO62 DHE

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,018 mi
Last recorded131,018 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO62 DHE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 131,018 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch (1.1.6 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 15 Aug 2025 130,852 miles

Emission control equipment obviously defective dpf pressure hose/pressure sensor (8.2.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Vehicle Identification Number incomplete (0.2 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch (1.1.6 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 124,429 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 124,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 120,186 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 116,480 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 110,591 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 105,528 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 100,051 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 93,681 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 86,835 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 70,809 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 56,903 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Aug 2015 56,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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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EO62 DHE is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 EO62 DHE, 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 EO62 DHE registered?

EO62 DHE is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is EO62 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO62 DHE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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