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DC11 FGJ

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,244 mi
Last recorded191,244 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC11 FGJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2021 191,244 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 191,235 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 188,260 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 111,489 miles

Headlamp Beam Deflectors Fitted. Vehicle Is LHD.

Pass 22 Jan 2018 169,708 miles

Headlamp Deflectors Fitted To Foreign Headlamps To Alter Beam Image

Vehicle Registered In Netherlands. Number Plates Not Part Of Test.

Fail 18 Jan 2018 169,623 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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DC11 FGJ is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DC11 FGJ, 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 DC11 FGJ registered?

DC11 FGJ is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is DC11 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC11 FGJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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