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YG12 WWO

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

115,896 mi
Last recorded115,896 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 WWO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 115,896 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2026 115,896 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 107,030 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 98,187 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 92,587 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 85,733 miles

Front component adequately supported not likely to touch belt.

Pass 11 Feb 2021 81,697 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (inner & outer) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 78,716 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 27 Feb 2019 69,714 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 62,861 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 53,405 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 29 Mar 2016 43,106 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS WORN

Pass 16 Mar 2015 30,867 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YG12 WWO 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 92.3%.

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 YG12 WWO, 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 YG12 WWO?

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What year was YG12 WWO registered?

YG12 WWO is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is YG12 WWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 WWO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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