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AV11 VRX

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

178,769 mi
Last recorded178,769 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV11 VRX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 178,769 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 173,382 miles

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

Offside Front 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 16 Nov 2020 162,904 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5 to 2mm, strong advise. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most arm, strong advise. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most arm, strong advise. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 148,874 miles

shields fitted upper and lower

Pass 8 May 2018 130,163 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2017 109,584 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 81,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread low on outer edge

Fail 6 Apr 2016 81,528 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread low on outer edge

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 66,120 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 49,680 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 May 2014 49,680 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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AV11 VRX 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 81.8%.

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 AV11 VRX, 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 AV11 VRX registered?

AV11 VRX is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is AV11 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV11 VRX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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