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FD61 UUS

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

230,588 mi
Last recorded230,588 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 UUS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 230,588 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 231,294 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 207,030 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 197,253 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2021 179,694 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 150,142 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 148,180 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 132,010 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 98,379 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 78,669 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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FD61 UUS is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FD61 UUS, 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 FD61 UUS?

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What year was FD61 UUS registered?

FD61 UUS is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 3 January 2012.

Is FD61 UUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD61 UUS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD61 UUS have outstanding finance?

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