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GJ12 XOU

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

172,283 mi
Last recorded172,283 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 XOU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 172,283 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 May 2023 172,283 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 153,899 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 153,899 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 130,003 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 112,842 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 112,267 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 22 Apr 2017 109,481 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 101,169 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 101,169 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 72,816 miles

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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GJ12 XOU is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GJ12 XOU, 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 GJ12 XOU registered?

GJ12 XOU is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 22 April 2012.

Is GJ12 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ12 XOU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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