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AD61 VNC

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,034 mi
Last recorded157,034 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2025 157,034 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 139,436 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 113,845 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 108,218 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 101,149 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 95,774 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 91,567 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 87,699 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 85,668 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2016 63,685 miles

Engine Cover and Under Tray Fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2015 54,771 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Cracking (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 29,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VNC is a 2011 BMW 520 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 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 VNC, 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 VNC registered?

AD61 VNC is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is AD61 VNC safe to buy?

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