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YF12 YFT

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,245 mi
Last recorded89,245 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 YFT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 89,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 74,214 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2024 71,629 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 68,705 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 63,994 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 62,542 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged on the both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2020 61,641 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 60,198 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jul 2018 57,673 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 54,935 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 54,858 miles

Emissions not detected

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2.00mm (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 43,853 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 31,300 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 YFT is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YFT, 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 YFT registered?

YF12 YFT is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is YF12 YFT safe to buy?

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