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BJ11 KFF

2011 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

112,448 mi
Last recorded112,448 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ11 KFF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 112,448 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 104,042 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 92,346 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 78,604 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 69,551 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 59,820 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 59,820 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 49,405 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT & REAR. (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 39,727 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 37,110 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 30,597 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 23,628 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 13,037 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 9,751 miles

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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 KFF is a 2011 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KFF, 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.

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What year was BJ11 KFF registered?

BJ11 KFF is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 9 May 2011.

Is BJ11 KFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ11 KFF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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