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YC62 UUR

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

153,739 mi
Last recorded153,739 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 UUR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 153,739 miles

Nearside Rear Brake light lens cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Undercover Fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2023 153,738 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake light lens cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Undercover Fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2022 139,121 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake light lens cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under cover fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2021 130,304 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 129,897 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 118,075 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 86,002 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 82,853 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 56,446 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 29,092 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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YC62 UUR is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YC62 UUR, 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 YC62 UUR registered?

YC62 UUR is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 18 December 2012.

Is YC62 UUR safe to buy?

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