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AD61 VLG

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,969 mi
Last recorded107,969 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD61 VLG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 107,969 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 97,067 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 91,164 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 89,192 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 87,657 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 86,074 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2021 85,972 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2020 83,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 77,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 74,458 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 70,691 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides front,front bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both sides front (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 65,635 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 58,592 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2014 47,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AD61 VLG is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 98,041 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 AD61 VLG, 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 15 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 AD61 VLG registered?

AD61 VLG is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is AD61 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD61 VLG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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