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YF12 KOV

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

105,870 mi
Last recorded105,870 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 105,870 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 May 2025 95,198 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 75,538 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 75,538 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 67,241 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 65,961 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 63,468 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 60,700 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 56,154 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 54,562 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 50,604 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 23 Jun 2017 49,163 miles

both rear tyres on 1.6mm

Pass 24 Jun 2016 40,835 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 32,257 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 KOV 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 92.9%.

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 KOV, 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 KOV registered?

YF12 KOV is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is YF12 KOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 KOV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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