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FR11 JOA

2011 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

164,092 mi
Last recorded164,092 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR11 JOA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 164,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 158,097 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water ingress (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water ingress (4.1.4 (b))

Rear boot doesn't open on the switch

Pass 14 Dec 2023 152,705 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 147,494 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 141,904 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 133,882 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 126,314 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 126,314 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 120,277 miles

Oil leak oil drainer area. ()

under cover's fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2016 112,270 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front washers deteriorating

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 18 Nov 2016 112,269 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front washers deteriorating

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 May 2015 94,856 miles

EX TO CLEAN FOR PRINT OUT

Pass 5 Aug 2014 89,550 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 89,550 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FR11 JOA is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FR11 JOA, 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

How do I check the history of FR11 JOA?

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What year was FR11 JOA registered?

FR11 JOA is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 July 2011.

Is FR11 JOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR11 JOA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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