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YK12 GBG

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,851 mi
Last recorded145,851 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 GBG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 145,851 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 138,804 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 135,328 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 132,517 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 128,785 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 115,339 miles

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2020 104,846 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2020 104,846 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 78,312 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2017 74,393 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 74,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 45,442 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 31,090 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 26,639 miles

note: advise rear brake pads getting low.

Fail 29 Apr 2015 26,639 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

note: advise rear brake pads getting low.

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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YK12 GBG is a 2012 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YK12 GBG, 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 YK12 GBG registered?

YK12 GBG is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is YK12 GBG safe to buy?

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