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AF61 HBX

2011 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,819 mi
Last recorded174,819 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 HBX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 174,819 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 174,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 167,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc back plate insecure

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

Offside Front Brake disc back plate insecure

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 155,310 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 138,513 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Oct 2017 122,920 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 122,888 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 177,177 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 101,685 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 101,685 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 81,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 81,429 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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AF61 HBX is a 2011 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF61 HBX, 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 AF61 HBX registered?

AF61 HBX is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is AF61 HBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 HBX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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