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AF61 WVK

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

153,326 mi
Last recorded153,326 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 WVK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 153,326 miles

Gearbox mounting defective Differential bushes slightly worn ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Where the shock absorber bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Where the shock absorber bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 151,323 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush where the shock absorber bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside and outside edges 225 55 17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush where the shock absorber bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside and outside edges 225 55 17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective differential bushes slightly worn ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering some components

nearside front brake pad wear wire rubbing on wheel

Fail 14 Sep 2023 151,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 55 17 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 55 17 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush where the shock absorber bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside and outside edges 225 55 17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush where the shock absorber bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside and outside edges 225 55 17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective differential bushes slightly worn ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering some components

nearside front brake pad wear wire rubbing on wheel

Pass 14 Sep 2022 147,993 miles

Central Rear Gearbox mounting defective diff mount deteriorated ()

Engine covers and undertrays fitted covering some components

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle bush mounting for shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavy on inner edge 225/55/17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle bush mounting for shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavy on inner edge 225/55/17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 147,993 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Gearbox mounting defective diff mount deteriorated ()

Engine covers and undertrays fitted covering some components

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle bush mounting for shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavy on inner edge 225/55/17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle bush mounting for shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavy on inner edge 225/55/17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 141,423 miles

Rear diff carrier bushes deteriorated

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front lower forward control arm bushes deteriorated both sides and have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 17 Sep 2020 133,990 miles

Rear rear belts not checked seats loaded

Fail 16 Sep 2020 133,990 miles

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

Rear rear belts not checked seats loaded

Pass 16 Sep 2019 130,581 miles

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY

Pass 17 Sep 2018 123,962 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 109,162 miles

Nearside Front tyre is wearing on outer edge..

Nearside Rear tyre is worn on inner edge..

Pass 6 Sep 2016 98,425 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 88,972 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 75,318 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 75,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 WVK is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WVK, 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 WVK registered?

AF61 WVK is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is AF61 WVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 WVK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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