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A20 NFR

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,704 mi
Last recorded126,704 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 NFR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 126,704 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 118,199 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 105,092 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 96,284 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 87,595 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2020 86,862 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 84,166 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2018 73,491 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 56,414 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 64,973 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 57,844 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 44,999 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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A20 NFR is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 97,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 NFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 NFR registered?

A20 NFR is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is A20 NFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 NFR shows 12 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 A20 NFR have outstanding finance?

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