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CE11 XFX

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,956 mi
Last recorded98,956 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE11 XFX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 98,956 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 84,770 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Mar 2014 64,041 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front brake pads worn very low and brake discs worn

Fail 21 Mar 2014 64,041 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front brake pads worn very low and brake discs worn

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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CE11 XFX is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CE11 XFX, 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

How do I check the history of CE11 XFX?

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What year was CE11 XFX registered?

CE11 XFX is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is CE11 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE11 XFX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE11 XFX have outstanding finance?

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