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AV61 GCO

2011 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

129,989 mi
Last recorded129,989 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 GCO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 129,989 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2025 125,339 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 125,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 117,741 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 117,741 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 117,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Intensity reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (Chips) (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2024 117,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Intensity reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (Chips) (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 107,839 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 97,960 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 89,289 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 89,289 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 81,904 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 73,914 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 61,889 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to wear on inner edge of tread surface

Offside Rear Tyre starting to wear on inner edge of tread surface

Pass 5 Oct 2017 53,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Oct 2017 53,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 43,489 miles

Nearside Rear tyre feathered on inner edge and down to 3mm

Offside Rear tyre feathered on inner edge and down to 3mm

Pass 7 Oct 2015 35,491 miles

All tyre valves starting to deteriorate

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 26,820 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AV61 GCO is a 2011 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 AV61 GCO, 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 AV61 GCO registered?

AV61 GCO is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 21 September 2011.

Is AV61 GCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 GCO shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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