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YG12 XMW

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

143,251 mi
Last recorded143,251 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 XMW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 143,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 138,957 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 129,305 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 119,810 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2022 119,787 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 109,018 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 99,990 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 91,829 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 91,751 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 86,486 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 82,216 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 48,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

discs worn

wipers smearing

Pass 24 Mar 2015 29,767 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on edge

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

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 XMW is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XMW, 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 YG12 XMW registered?

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

Is YG12 XMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 XMW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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