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AJ60 LVT

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

103,768 mi
Last recorded103,768 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ60 LVT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 103,768 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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 ()

Pass 21 Sep 2021 84,929 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 83,594 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 82,833 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2017 80,944 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 80,944 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2017 76,865 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Front both tyres deteriorated wearing outer edge

Pass 9 May 2016 68,164 miles

Bonnet safety catch cable insecure at fixing point at lever

Front brake pad wear sensor wire severed

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Track control arm lower ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Track control arm balljoint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leaking from R/H differential output shaft seal

Pass 17 Dec 2014 54,609 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 45,156 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2014 45,156 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AJ60 LVT is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AJ60 LVT, 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

How do I check the history of AJ60 LVT?

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What year was AJ60 LVT registered?

AJ60 LVT is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 27 January 2011.

Is AJ60 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ60 LVT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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