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AX61 TDO

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

154,527 mi
Last recorded154,527 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX61 TDO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 154,527 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH DISCS PLUS LIPPED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2021 154,527 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH INNER PADS (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed BOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE (SIZE 225/55/R17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH DISCS PLUS LIPPED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 138,422 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 136,662 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 128,263 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 119,644 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint x2 (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 119,644 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint x2 (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 110,768 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 110,717 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 102,110 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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AX61 TDO is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AX61 TDO, 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 AX61 TDO registered?

AX61 TDO is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 4 November 2011.

Is AX61 TDO safe to buy?

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