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CSZ 4529

2011 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,499 mi
Last recorded115,499 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSZ 4529
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 115,499 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 109,613 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 109,613 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 99,522 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 93,765 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 88,363 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 80,917 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 80,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 75,134 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 68,338 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 62,399 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 61,086 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 55,834 miles

Nearside Rear slight bind

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

o/s/f brake lazy/noisy

Pass 6 Nov 2015 40,050 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 27,478 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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CSZ 4529 is a 2011 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CSZ 4529, 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 CSZ 4529 registered?

CSZ 4529 is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 24 November 2011.

Is CSZ 4529 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSZ 4529 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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