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FN11 PZV

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

158,305 mi
Last recorded158,305 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN11 PZV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 158,305 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Jun 2023 158,305 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Jun 2022 143,970 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 132,291 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 121,017 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 112,258 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 112,250 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 108,928 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 108,922 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 102,933 miles

Emissions to clean

Fail 29 Apr 2016 102,932 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Emissions to clean

Pass 1 May 2015 95,154 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 89,998 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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FN11 PZV is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN11 PZV, 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 FN11 PZV registered?

FN11 PZV is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 March 2011.

Is FN11 PZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN11 PZV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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