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BK11 LBZ

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

198,030 mi
Last recorded198,030 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK11 LBZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 198,030 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2024 190,260 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 185,451 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 176,680 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 159,111 miles

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

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

Wipers smear

Fail 18 Mar 2021 158,978 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Wipers smear

Pass 3 Mar 2020 150,740 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Mar 2019 133,162 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 120,211 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 104,497 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 104,379 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer joint (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 89,083 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 73,730 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs lipped

Fail 6 Mar 2014 59,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 59,567 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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BK11 LBZ 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 80%.

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 BK11 LBZ, 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 BK11 LBZ registered?

BK11 LBZ is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 14 March 2011.

Is BK11 LBZ safe to buy?

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