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AX11 TBY

2011 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,719 mi
Last recorded134,719 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX11 TBY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 134,719 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 126,121 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 117,051 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 117,050 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2018 108,063 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 96,904 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 96,904 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both sides (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 88,128 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 77,928 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 61,419 miles

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

Offside 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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AX11 TBY is a 2011 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX11 TBY, 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 AX11 TBY registered?

AX11 TBY is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is AX11 TBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX11 TBY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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