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BN11 MHE

2011 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

162,304 mi
Last recorded162,304 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 MHE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 162,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded & offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2025 155,886 miles

General corrosion to front & rear suspension components (not excessive)

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2024 150,245 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 142,411 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 131,170 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 120,640 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 114,548 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 114,495 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 104,397 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 93,410 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 83,019 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 70,976 miles

engine oil level low

Pass 20 Feb 2015 55,613 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 43,117 miles

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

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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BN11 MHE is a 2011 BMW 520 in White 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 BN11 MHE, 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 BN11 MHE registered?

BN11 MHE is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is BN11 MHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN11 MHE 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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