What year BMW 520d SE is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 2012 BMW 520d SE has the highest pass rate at 50.5%, out of 109 vehicles tested.

What are the most common BMW 520d SE MOT failures?

The most common BMW 520d SE MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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2,447 vehicles · MOT data 2005–2012 · first-test pass rates

Best pass rate year

2012

50.5% first-test pass rate · 109 vehicles

Lowest pass rate year

2008

9.7% first-test pass rate · 531 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
2012	50.5%	102,294 mi	109
2011	37.3%	130,587 mi	411
2010	39.9%	128,139 mi	281
2009	17.0%	139,084 mi	226
2008	9.7%	141,353 mi	531
2007	38.1%	153,758 mi	344
2006	28.0%	161,951 mi	415
2005	25.7%	161,554 mi	130

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