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BD61 BWK

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

156,672 mi
Last recorded156,672 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD61 BWK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 156,672 miles

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 156,672 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 153,408 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 146,075 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 134,906 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 134,906 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 124,885 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 107,750 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s/f REAR lower arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 92,703 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 79,683 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2016 63,176 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 51,121 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

Under trays fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2015 51,121 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2014 40,867 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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BD61 BWK is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BD61 BWK, 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 BD61 BWK registered?

BD61 BWK is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is BD61 BWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 BWK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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