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AF11 USG

2011 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,522 mi
Last recorded145,522 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF11 USG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 145,522 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 125,795 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 122,198 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 122,198 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 115,361 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 105,800 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 97,193 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 97,183 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 89,216 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 70,268 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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AF11 USG is a 2011 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 USG, 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 USG?

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What year was AF11 USG registered?

AF11 USG is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 9 March 2011.

Is AF11 USG safe to buy?

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