MOT Status
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176,472 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect offside nearside (5.3.2 (d))
Service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
Engine covers / Under trays fitted obscuring some components
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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FGZ 8796 is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 FGZ 8796, 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.
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How do I check the history of FGZ 8796?
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What year was FGZ 8796 registered?
FGZ 8796 is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 June 2011.
Is FGZ 8796 safe to buy?
The MOT history for FGZ 8796 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FGZ 8796 have outstanding finance?
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