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CT11 FAM

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,551 mi
Last recorded140,551 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT11 FAM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 140,551 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inside rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 137,485 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inside (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2021 129,924 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2021 129,448 miles

Emissions not tested Oil level above maximum (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced possibly bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.4 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/5517 outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 113,344 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 113,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 100,517 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm. one with shock absorber on it (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 88,871 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 75,017 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 47,171 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 46,633 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 29,751 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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CT11 FAM is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CT11 FAM, 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 CT11 FAM registered?

CT11 FAM is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 22 July 2011.

Is CT11 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CT11 FAM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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