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AK61 JFJ

2011 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

150,586 mi
Last recorded150,586 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 JFJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 150,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective moisture in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 238,362 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 141,551 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 137,782 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 137,778 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 131,571 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 116,055 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 171,561 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 86,836 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 75,510 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 60,079 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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AK61 JFJ is a 2011 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK61 JFJ, 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 AK61 JFJ registered?

AK61 JFJ is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 12 December 2011.

Is AK61 JFJ safe to buy?

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