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AP11 AVP

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,845 mi
Last recorded100,845 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP11 AVP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 100,845 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2026 100,845 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 91,811 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2024 86,125 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2023 73,795 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2022 69,157 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 66,892 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 66,892 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 64,299 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 55,173 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 49,004 miles

Nearside Front Slight condensation in headlight unit.

Pass 15 Apr 2017 44,876 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 41,165 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 33,976 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 26,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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AP11 AVP is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,000cc 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 AP11 AVP, 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 AP11 AVP registered?

AP11 AVP is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 29 April 2011.

Is AP11 AVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP11 AVP 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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