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2012 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · NJ62 NNG

NJ62 NNG

2012 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 133,493 miles. MOT expired on 04 Sept 2026. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 520
Year / Origin
2012 · Newcastle
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 04 Sept 2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
133,493 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 04 Sept 2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2012
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend, with no defects recorded in its last five MOT tests, including the most recent 2025-08-21 inspection at 133,493 miles. All prior tests from 2021 to 2024 showed similar pass results with no issues, indicating consistent maintenance and no emerging mechanical concerns. The absence of advisories or failures suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained relative to its age and mileage. The mileage progression aligns with an average annual usage of 9,535 miles, reflecting typical wear for a 14-year-old vehicle. Tests were conducted at roughly annual intervals, with mileage increases between 10,000 and 11,000 miles per year. The 2021-09-06 test at 100,062 miles to 2022-08-31 at 110,973 miles showed a slight acceleration in mileage, but this remains within normal parameters. No significant gaps or irregularities in the record suggest regular use and adherence to testing schedules. While the MOT history shows no critical faults, a buyer should verify the condition of high-mileage components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs, which may exhibit wear despite the clean record. The exhaust system and corrosion resistance should also be inspected, as these are common age-related concerns. The vehicle’s history implies no major structural issues, but physical inspection is recommended to confirm the integrity of worn parts and ensure no hidden defects were overlooked.
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NJ62 NNG Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2025
  • 133,493 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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NJ62 NNG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 03:52
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 BMW 520 (NJ62 NNG) between August 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

NJ62 NNG Mileage History

  1. 31/08/2022110,973 mi
  2. 31/08/2023119,241 mi+8,268 mi
  3. 04/09/2024126,416 mi+7,175 mi
  4. 21/08/2025133,493 mi+7,077 mi

Average of roughly 7,575 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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