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YK62 XUM

2012 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,467 mi
Last recorded70,467 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 XUM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 70,467 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

full under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2025 67,670 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall curb damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 67,670 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall curb damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 64,655 miles

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

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

brake pad wearing light on

Pass 24 Aug 2023 60,354 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 56,670 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 51,274 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside - between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess perished (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 47,227 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2019 42,420 miles

Both front tyre treads perished.

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 16 Aug 2018 37,144 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside rear suspension unit deteriorated.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 23 Aug 2017 32,708 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 9 Aug 2016 27,171 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 18 Aug 2015 21,243 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YK62 XUM 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 92.3%.

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 YK62 XUM, 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 YK62 XUM registered?

YK62 XUM is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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The MOT history for YK62 XUM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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