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YY62 HXZ

2012 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,426 mi
Last recorded99,426 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 52088,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY62 HXZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 99,426 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 93,654 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 92,640 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 86,222 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 80,641 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 74,930 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 69,775 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 65,390 miles

Offside Front tyre has slight side wall damage

standard reg plates fitted time of retest

under body covers fitted

Fail 31 Oct 2019 65,390 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spaced (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spaced (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front tyre has slight side wall damage

under body covers fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2018 51,093 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 40,543 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers fitted and Undertrays fitted time of test

Pass 1 Nov 2016 30,338 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers fitted and Undertrays fitted time of test

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 21,627 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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YY62 HXZ is a 2012 BMW 520 in White 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 YY62 HXZ, 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 YY62 HXZ registered?

YY62 HXZ is a 2012 BMW 520, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is YY62 HXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY62 HXZ 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.

Does YY62 HXZ have outstanding finance?

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