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FP12 EJV

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

184,314 mi
Last recorded184,314 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 EJV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2024 184,314 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 158,540 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 158,540 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 144,608 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 120,942 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 158,391 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 158,376 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 83,504 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 72,686 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 50,682 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 49,127 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 38,216 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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FP12 EJV 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 83.3%.

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 FP12 EJV, 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 FP12 EJV registered?

FP12 EJV is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 6 June 2012.

Is FP12 EJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 EJV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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