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AF11 UYW

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

175,478 mi
Last recorded175,478 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 175,478 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 174,862 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 169,720 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 160,104 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2019 147,177 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 134,945 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 123,364 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 105,757 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 105,757 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 87,273 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 72,496 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 UYW is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AF11 UYW, 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 AF11 UYW registered?

AF11 UYW is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 3 March 2011.

Is AF11 UYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF11 UYW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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