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AK61 XAH

2011 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,428 mi
Last recorded68,428 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 XAH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 68,428 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 68,428 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 62,326 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 51,067 miles

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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AK61 XAH is a 2011 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AK61 XAH, 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 AK61 XAH?

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What year was AK61 XAH registered?

AK61 XAH is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is AK61 XAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 XAH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK61 XAH have outstanding finance?

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