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BJ11 KDF

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

127,218 mi
Last recorded127,218 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 127,218 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2025 120,788 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 115,264 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 109,970 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 104,132 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 100,679 miles

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

Front wipers slightly worn

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 94,512 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm limit + Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2018 88,411 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2018 88,285 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2017 82,592 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 77,598 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 71,803 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2014 65,415 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2014 65,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 64,236 miles

brakes tested by decelometer

front reg plate deteriorated

no emissions detected

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 KDF 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 KDF, 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 KDF registered?

BJ11 KDF is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 24 March 2011.

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The MOT history for BJ11 KDF 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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