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FL61 XLF

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,984 mi
Last recorded155,984 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 XLF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 155,984 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 142,457 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres worn on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 132,852 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 130,036 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 128,307 miles

all discs have a slight surface rust due to vehicle being stood

Pass 10 Dec 2015 118,924 miles

engine covers fitted

under covers fitted covering components

Fail 10 Dec 2015 118,924 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine covers fitted

under covers fitted covering components

Pass 17 Dec 2014 89,728 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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FL61 XLF is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FL61 XLF, 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 FL61 XLF registered?

FL61 XLF is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 December 2011.

Is FL61 XLF safe to buy?

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