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G5 PBC

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,294 mi
Last recorded131,294 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 PBC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 131,294 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front/rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

both rear diff mounting bushes slightly deteriorated

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2025 128,399 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively FRONT/REAR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 24 Jan 2024 122,796 miles

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

undertray fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2023 115,028 miles

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

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

undertray fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2022 105,545 miles

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

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

UNDERTRAY FITTED

Pass 28 Jan 2021 96,810 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 88,445 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 78,399 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 67,362 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 62,353 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 51,217 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 36,681 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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G5 PBC is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 G5 PBC, 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.

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What year was G5 PBC registered?

G5 PBC is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is G5 PBC safe to buy?

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