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GK12 YPV

2012 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

136,335 mi
Last recorded136,335 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 YPV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 136,335 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 125,233 miles

All position lamps no lamps fitted at time of test (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 125,223 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 125,131 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s/r+n/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 119,386 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obscuring view of some testable items

Pass 2 Aug 2023 114,062 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 109,033 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords x2 cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 104,236 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 100,322 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 100,166 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 90,256 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 86,347 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 82,290 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 76,882 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 68,568 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 65,426 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 65,111 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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GK12 YPV is a 2012 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GK12 YPV, 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 GK12 YPV registered?

GK12 YPV is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is GK12 YPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK12 YPV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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