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BJ11 EKY

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

160,331 mi
Last recorded160,331 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ11 EKY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 160,331 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 154,560 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES-SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 149,519 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND REAR -FOUR WHEELS TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 142,832 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 137,234 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 129,981 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 123,746 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 116,337 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 108,343 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 102,213 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 102,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 90,357 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2015 90,354 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 81,524 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 68,408 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

ns front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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BJ11 EKY is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BJ11 EKY, 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 BJ11 EKY registered?

BJ11 EKY is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 18 March 2011.

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The MOT history for BJ11 EKY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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