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DL11 ONA

2011 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,488 mi
Last recorded111,488 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL11 ONA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 111,488 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 103,662 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front outer walls damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 97,737 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2023 88,007 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2022 83,725 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 80,376 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2020 80,376 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 67,343 miles

Engine Cover/Under Trays Fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2017 57,941 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 40,213 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 37,807 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 32,418 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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DL11 ONA is a 2011 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DL11 ONA, 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 DL11 ONA registered?

DL11 ONA is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is DL11 ONA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL11 ONA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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