MOT Status
ValidMileage
203,356 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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An emissions test was carried out on this vehicle and the test limits were met but no output was recorded on the test equipment.
An emissions test was carried out on this vehicle and the test limits were met but no output was recorded on the test equipment.
The emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the output.
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
The emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the output.
The emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the output.
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
The emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the output.
The emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the output.
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
The emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the output.
The emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the output.
exhaust dpf fitted,no recorded emission results,actual 0.04
front brake discs showing deterioration
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low/limit on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
exhaust dpf fitted,no recorded emission results,actual 0.04
front brake discs showing deterioration
Nearside Rear tyre worn to wear bars
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under trays fiited full length of vehicle
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear tyre worn to wear bars
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under trays fiited full length of vehicle
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Under bonnet covers & underside trays fitted obscuring some components
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rearward arm (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rearward arm (2.4.G.2)
Under bonnet covers & underside trays fitted obscuring some components
Winter tyre fitted to O/S/R
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
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YG12 XOS is a 2012 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
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 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 XOS, 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 XOS registered?
YG12 XOS is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 23 March 2012.
Is YG12 XOS safe to buy?
The MOT history for YG12 XOS shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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