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AV60 SNN

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

185,307 mi
Last recorded185,307 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV60 SNN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 185,307 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 181,844 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2021 181,844 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 172,024 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all four wheels (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 172,024 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all four wheels (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2019 141,178 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 130,218 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn bold from the edges

Nearside Rear tyre worn bold from inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn bold from inner edge

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 120,360 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 109,834 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 97,130 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pads warning light displayed

Pass 26 Sep 2013 66,845 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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AV60 SNN is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey 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 AV60 SNN, 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.

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What year was AV60 SNN registered?

AV60 SNN is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 28 February 2011.

Is AV60 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV60 SNN 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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