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CP61 ZMO

2011 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,122 mi
Last recorded102,122 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 ZMO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 102,122 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2025 97,131 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2025 97,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Offside headlamp operates normally (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 86,478 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 68,075 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 58,143 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 58,143 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2021 56,519 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2020 55,647 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 52,418 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 46,338 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 40,002 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 32,878 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 19,282 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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CP61 ZMO is a 2011 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CP61 ZMO, 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 CP61 ZMO registered?

CP61 ZMO is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is CP61 ZMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP61 ZMO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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