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AF11 XFJ

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,944 mi
Last recorded138,944 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF11 XFJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 138,944 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 138,943 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 136,084 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Jun 2023 136,039 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2022 132,520 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 118,071 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 102,670 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 102,670 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2018 100,500 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 93,901 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2016 87,675 miles

Offside Rear tyre-worn on inner edge,no cord etc.

Fail 11 May 2016 87,646 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear tyre-worn on inner edge,no cord etc.

osf side light(working on mot test)intermittant inop.

Pass 5 Mar 2015 128,149 miles

front brake discs lipped on edges

Pass 6 Mar 2014 51,986 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 XFJ is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XFJ, 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 XFJ registered?

AF11 XFJ is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 16 March 2011.

Is AF11 XFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF11 XFJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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