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BN11 MTJ

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

165,361 mi
Last recorded165,361 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 MTJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 165,361 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 158,708 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 130,294 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 122,840 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 89,136 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2019 89,136 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 82,471 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 69,900 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 56,335 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 51,834 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 44,839 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 44,724 miles

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

slight fluctuation on front brakes

Pass 18 Mar 2015 43,179 miles

suspect rear brake pads worn

Pass 31 Mar 2014 34,432 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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BN11 MTJ is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey 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 MTJ, 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 MTJ registered?

BN11 MTJ is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 15 April 2011.

Is BN11 MTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN11 MTJ 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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