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YF12 EDP

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

167,851 mi
Last recorded167,851 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 EDP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 167,851 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2026 167,851 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2025 160,503 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine and under body covers fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2025 160,502 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine and under body covers fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2024 155,513 miles

Vehicle fitted with undertrays unable to fully inspect brake pipes

Pass 3 Aug 2023 144,419 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 131,351 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 121,053 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 112,375 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear air bags slightly perished

Pass 1 Jun 2019 100,468 miles

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Jun 2018 89,698 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 78,756 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 65,711 miles

large under tray fitted

Pass 21 May 2015 51,065 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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YF12 EDP is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YF12 EDP, 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 YF12 EDP registered?

YF12 EDP is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is YF12 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 EDP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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