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GFZ 1190

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,728 mi
Last recorded98,728 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 1190
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2018 98,728 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 97,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 94,501 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 91,200 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 88,373 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 88,325 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GFZ 1190 is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GFZ 1190, 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 GFZ 1190?

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What year was GFZ 1190 registered?

GFZ 1190 is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 April 2011.

Is GFZ 1190 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 1190 shows 6 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 GFZ 1190 have outstanding finance?

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