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YG62 RLU

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

161,363 mi
Last recorded161,363 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 RLU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 161,363 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 141,280 miles

Engine cover & Undertray fitted viewing is restricted

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

REAR DIFF BUSHES WORN

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

Fail 6 Jan 2025 141,092 miles

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

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

Engine cover & Undertray fitted viewing is restricted

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

REAR DIFF BUSHES WORN

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 122,953 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 108,485 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 99,747 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 92,312 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 87,213 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 73,500 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 63,716 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 48,145 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 48,145 miles

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. offside front and nearside rear (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 33,291 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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YG62 RLU is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 2,000cc 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 YG62 RLU, 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 YG62 RLU registered?

YG62 RLU is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is YG62 RLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG62 RLU 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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