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E13 RSL

2011 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

185,780 mi
Last recorded185,780 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE13 RSL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2023 185,780 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 160,892 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 135,323 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 114,760 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 87,426 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 62,282 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 41,346 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 39,959 miles

Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 8 Sep 2015 32,340 miles

rear pads and disc's low.....front disc's low

Pass 15 Sep 2014 23,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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E13 RSL is a 2011 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E13 RSL, 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 E13 RSL registered?

E13 RSL is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 20 September 2011.

Is E13 RSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E13 RSL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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