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YE12 XMD

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,793 mi
Last recorded99,793 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 XMD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 99,793 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 94,356 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 88,748 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 82,501 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 74,425 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 71,041 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 65,725 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2018 59,699 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

emissions test carried out- results too low to record and produce printout

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2017 53,333 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 45,921 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 45,921 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 33,889 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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YE12 XMD is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 YE12 XMD, 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

How do I check the history of YE12 XMD?

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What year was YE12 XMD registered?

YE12 XMD is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 6 August 2012.

Is YE12 XMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 XMD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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