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KW57 KNW

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

133,900 mi
Last recorded133,900 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 KNW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 133,900 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Side lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 124,425 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 114,434 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 114,431 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 103,011 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 103,011 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2021 88,219 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 77,263 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 72,013 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 66,677 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 60,226 miles

front and rear pads getting low,inner pads look low!

Pass 15 Aug 2016 51,985 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 43,028 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 34,437 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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KW57 KNW is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KW57 KNW, 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 KW57 KNW?

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What year was KW57 KNW registered?

KW57 KNW is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 May 2011.

Is KW57 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW57 KNW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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