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12 GR

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,470 mi
Last recorded57,470 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration12 GR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2025 57,470 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 49,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 40,724 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 33,267 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 27,535 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 22,283 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 16,945 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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12 GR is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 62,606 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 12 GR, 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 10 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 12 GR?

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What year was 12 GR registered?

12 GR is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 23 May 2016.

Is 12 GR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 12 GR shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 12 GR have outstanding finance?

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