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YG12 XWM

2012 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,162 mi
Last recorded142,162 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2024 142,162 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 131,019 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front slight mist due to water

Pass 25 Feb 2022 122,707 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 112,319 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 11 Feb 2020 106,200 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 93,561 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 80,530 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 67,200 miles

both rear tyres tread are getting low

n/s front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

rear brake pads are getting low

Pass 15 Mar 2016 57,154 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 37,145 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 XWM is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YG12 XWM, 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 XWM registered?

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

Is YG12 XWM safe to buy?

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