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AX60 EDL

2011 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,363 mi
Last recorded172,363 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX60 EDL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 172,363 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Cannot inspect fully engine undertray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (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))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 172,088 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Cannot inspect fully engine undertray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (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 6 Jan 2022 245,694 miles

Nearside Rear 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 26 Jan 2021 228,166 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 128,635 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 113,194 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 94,168 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 67,725 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 53,405 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2015 53,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Dec 2014 41,234 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 29,335 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre scuffed on side wall but not exposing chords

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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AX60 EDL is a 2011 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AX60 EDL, 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 AX60 EDL registered?

AX60 EDL is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 8 January 2011.

Is AX60 EDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX60 EDL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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