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AO11 SVP

2011 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

134,921 mi
Last recorded134,921 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO11 SVP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 134,921 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 134,904 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 131,813 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 129,615 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 129,613 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 127,766 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 124,873 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2020 124,873 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 122,164 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 121,956 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 107,462 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 97,069 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 74,428 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 62,054 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 45,127 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2014 34,140 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2014 34,140 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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 SVP is a 2011 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AO11 SVP, 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 AO11 SVP?

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What year was AO11 SVP registered?

AO11 SVP is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 18 May 2011.

Is AO11 SVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO11 SVP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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