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AD61 VRN

2011 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,925 mi
Last recorded12,925 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD61 VRN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2020 12,925 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 39,049 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 34,320 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 28,566 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 23,686 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 19,132 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 14,084 miles

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 VRN is a 2011 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 VRN, 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

How do I check the history of AD61 VRN?

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What year was AD61 VRN registered?

AD61 VRN is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 29 October 2011.

Is AD61 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD61 VRN shows 7 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 AD61 VRN have outstanding finance?

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