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B16 JJF

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,608 mi
Last recorded59,608 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 JJF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 59,608 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 59,240 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 56,865 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 54,311 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 51,045 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 48,165 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 47,544 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 45,302 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 42,813 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 39,086 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 35,968 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 32,067 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 28,780 miles

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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B16 JJF is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B16 JJF, 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

How do I check the history of B16 JJF?

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What year was B16 JJF registered?

B16 JJF is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 8 January 2011.

Is B16 JJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 JJF shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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