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BK11 WEF

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

143,421 mi
Last recorded143,421 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK11 WEF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 143,421 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TCA. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TCA. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 134,768 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on approx 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 125,152 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 121,309 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 117,959 miles

front inner brake pads

Fail 19 Oct 2020 117,959 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front inner brake pads

Pass 17 Oct 2019 111,172 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2019 111,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 101,836 miles

n/s/f tryre outer edge bald spots

Fail 22 Oct 2018 101,836 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and advise nail o/s/r tyre (3.5 (a))

n/s/f tryre outer edge bald spots

Pass 20 Oct 2017 89,831 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Centre brake light not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 78,002 miles

n/s/f tyre outer edge

n/s/r tyre inner edge

Pass 25 Feb 2015 57,318 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

inner front brake pads wearing low.

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 6 Feb 2014 45,357 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inner front brake pads wearing low.

minor damage wheel rims.

small stone chips front windscreen.

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 WEF is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black 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 BK11 WEF, 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 WEF registered?

BK11 WEF is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 4 March 2011.

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