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AJ61 CYP

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,279 mi
Last recorded136,279 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 CYP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 136,279 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 116,080 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 103,887 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 99,258 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 94,121 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 94,119 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 90,557 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 90,513 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 87,141 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2019 87,139 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 83,847 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 78,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 71,574 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn down on outer edge

Pass 27 Oct 2015 62,245 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 51,743 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AJ61 CYP is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 97,028 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 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ61 CYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJ61 CYP?

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What year was AJ61 CYP registered?

AJ61 CYP is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is AJ61 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ61 CYP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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