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FD12 YHJ

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

157,684 mi
Last recorded157,684 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 YHJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 157,684 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 151,137 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 138,416 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 125,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm in outer tread and balding inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively All slightly (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 117,865 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 110,498 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 168,713 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wipers smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner band of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 150,348 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 143,820 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2017 82,609 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 72,768 miles

Front number plate delaminating

Object in N/S/R tyre and tyre worn on inner edge. Advise replacement soon

Fail 1 Aug 2016 72,768 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front number plate delaminating

Object in N/S/R tyre and tyre worn on inner edge. Advise replacement soon

Pass 28 Jul 2015 48,129 miles

diesel test passed trigger point not met.

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 YHJ is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FD12 YHJ, 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 FD12 YHJ registered?

FD12 YHJ is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 8 August 2012.

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The MOT history for FD12 YHJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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