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YC12 ZDK

2012 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

137,017 mi
Last recorded137,017 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 ZDK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 137,017 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 124,275 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Sep 2023 108,658 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 93,599 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 78,772 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 78,772 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 65,016 miles

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

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

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

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Fail 25 Aug 2020 64,997 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both sides (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 29 Aug 2019 57,848 miles

Under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 2 Jun 2018 47,173 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2018 47,173 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 May 2017 41,046 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pads appear worn

Fail 9 May 2017 41,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pads appear worn

Pass 2 Jun 2016 37,436 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 25,984 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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YC12 ZDK is a 2012 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 YC12 ZDK, 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 YC12 ZDK registered?

YC12 ZDK is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 29 May 2012.

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