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FD12 CZS

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,727 mi
Last recorded167,727 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 CZS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 167,727 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 151,948 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 137,068 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 121,585 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 107,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side wall cut but not showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 99,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall damaged / but not exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2020 95,496 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 87,923 miles

rear tyres starting to get low

Pass 9 Apr 2018 77,030 miles

front tyres starting to get close to legal limit

rear brake pads starting to get low

Pass 9 May 2017 68,967 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 52,062 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2015 41,021 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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FD12 CZS is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD12 CZS, 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 FD12 CZS?

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What year was FD12 CZS registered?

FD12 CZS is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is FD12 CZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 CZS shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD12 CZS have outstanding finance?

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