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AJ11 FNX

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

153,823 mi
Last recorded153,823 miles
Recorded on16 May 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 FNX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2020 153,823 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 145,662 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen wiper blades slightly smearing

Fail 24 May 2019 145,662 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 19 May 2018 139,874 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 130,534 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 116,180 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 110,259 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 95,964 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 95,964 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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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AJ11 FNX is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AJ11 FNX, 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.

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What year was AJ11 FNX registered?

AJ11 FNX is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 26 May 2011.

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