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AU11 RVP

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

177,322 mi
Last recorded177,322 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU11 RVP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 177,322 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 162,248 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2020 162,248 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 149,200 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 129,773 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 129,773 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 115,618 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 115,618 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 99,988 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 83,584 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 64,202 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s/f tyre heavy kerb damage to outer sidewall

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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AU11 RVP is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AU11 RVP, 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 AU11 RVP registered?

AU11 RVP is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 17 March 2011.

Is AU11 RVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU11 RVP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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