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LA11 VXO

2011 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,903 mi
Last recorded81,903 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52360,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA11 VXO
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 81,903 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 72,011 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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LA11 VXO is a 2011 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 60,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA11 VXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LA11 VXO?

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What year was LA11 VXO registered?

LA11 VXO is a 2011 BMW 523, first registered on 23 August 2011.

Is LA11 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA11 VXO shows 2 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 LA11 VXO have outstanding finance?

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