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YF12 XXB

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

157,948 mi
Last recorded157,948 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 157,948 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2025 151,150 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 141,498 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 121,262 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 121,262 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 106,898 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 86,056 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2020 72,172 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 58,482 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 58,473 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 52,030 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 46,136 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 39,433 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 32,895 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 25,994 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XXB is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XXB, 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 XXB registered?

YF12 XXB is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 3 July 2012.

Is YF12 XXB safe to buy?

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