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AW51 GAL

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

202,666 mi
Last recorded202,666 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW51 GAL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 202,666 miles

stonechip in windscreen not in swept area

Pass 3 May 2025 113,468 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion bands formed (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake effort weak compared to the Offside

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion bands formed (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 194,988 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 107,731 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 185,765 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2023 100,816 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all 3 back seats ()

Pass 6 Feb 2023 174,118 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 174,100 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested n/s suspension very low (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2022 98,499 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 98,499 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 96,451 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 96,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2022 159,344 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2022 159,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 May 2021 79,591 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 151,054 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 71,942 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 142,661 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 127,778 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 57,801 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 111,325 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 92,292 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 69,302 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 69,258 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 48,227 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 47,836 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 47,836 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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AW51 GAL is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AW51 GAL, 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 AW51 GAL registered?

AW51 GAL is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 4 November 2011.

Is AW51 GAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW51 GAL shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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