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HN61 HZW

2011 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,154 mi
Last recorded93,154 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN61 HZW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 93,154 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 90,187 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 86,072 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 83,413 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 May 2021 78,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2020 74,269 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 66,150 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 63,222 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 61,281 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 59,710 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 55,429 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 42,114 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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HN61 HZW is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HN61 HZW, 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 HN61 HZW registered?

HN61 HZW is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is HN61 HZW safe to buy?

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