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AO11 COU

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

190,248 mi
Last recorded190,248 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO11 COU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 190,248 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2026 190,153 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water inside headlight. (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 176,799 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 157,609 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 140,028 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 127,785 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jun 2022 127,400 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 115,091 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 106,863 miles

under-tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 16 May 2019 94,474 miles

under-trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 24 May 2018 82,955 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 68,261 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Feb 2016 45,648 miles

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2015 32,650 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 20,908 miles

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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AO11 COU is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 AO11 COU, 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 AO11 COU registered?

AO11 COU is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 14 March 2011.

Is AO11 COU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO11 COU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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