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AF11 AOE

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,282 mi
Last recorded100,282 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF11 AOE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 100,282 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 93,636 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 86,945 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 79,846 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 75,766 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 70,372 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 56,168 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 52,642 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 44,193 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 41,133 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2015 35,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 27,574 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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AF11 AOE is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black 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 AF11 AOE, 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 AF11 AOE?

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What year was AF11 AOE registered?

AF11 AOE is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 15 June 2011.

Is AF11 AOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF11 AOE 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 AF11 AOE have outstanding finance?

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