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FD11 DYG

2011 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

132,236 mi
Last recorded132,236 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD11 DYG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 132,236 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 132,236 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 126,308 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 123,342 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 119,770 miles

no emissions detected....vehicle tested to spec..

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 15 Feb 2023 119,765 miles

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

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

no emissions detected....vehicle tested to spec..

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 3 Feb 2022 113,315 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 107,630 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 107,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 102,883 miles

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

Manufacturers Covers Fitted.

NO EMISSIONS DETECTED.

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 83,416 miles

COVERS ON ENGINE BAY AND UNDERNEATH.

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 71,203 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 56,292 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 37,968 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 24,229 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 11,958 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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FD11 DYG is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 97,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD11 DYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD11 DYG registered?

FD11 DYG is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 9 June 2011.

Is FD11 DYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD11 DYG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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