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YG12 WZC

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

139,910 mi
Last recorded139,910 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 139,910 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 134,303 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 17 Apr 2023 134,303 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 126,243 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective system loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front brake pad wire broke,light on dash

Fail 8 Apr 2022 126,243 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective system loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front brake pad wire broke,light on dash

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 116,611 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated brake pad wear lead broke n/s/f (1.1.10 (f))

Exhaust mounting defective front clamp insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 116,611 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated brake pad wear lead broke n/s/f (1.1.10 (f))

Exhaust mounting defective front clamp insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 114,400 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2020 114,400 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 98,384 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to see brake fluid level.

Fail 11 Mar 2019 98,384 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to see brake fluid level.

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 81,444 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2018 81,272 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid possible pipes blocked (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 63,032 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 45,382 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 28,458 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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YG12 WZC is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WZC, 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.

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What year was YG12 WZC registered?

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

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