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FG12 CXR

2012 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,789 mi
Last recorded151,789 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 CXR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 151,789 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2024 134,553 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 98,861 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 68,683 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 63,736 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 59,772 miles

wipers smearing

Pass 15 Mar 2018 51,546 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 47,026 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 36,800 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 31,413 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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FG12 CXR is a 2012 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FG12 CXR, 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 FG12 CXR?

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What year was FG12 CXR registered?

FG12 CXR is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is FG12 CXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 CXR shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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