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FV12 ZTM

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,303 mi
Last recorded159,303 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 ZTM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 159,303 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm and inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 159,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm and inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 144,963 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 134,589 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 121,880 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 111,640 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 101,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 96,944 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 91,125 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 91,090 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 86,651 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 70,275 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 70,274 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 May 2015 52,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FV12 ZTM is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV12 ZTM, 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 FV12 ZTM registered?

FV12 ZTM is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is FV12 ZTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 ZTM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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