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LC61 OEL

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,708 mi
Last recorded151,708 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 OEL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 151,708 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 142,401 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 135,344 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 134,489 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 122,381 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 110,006 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 86,797 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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LC61 OEL is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 LC61 OEL, 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 LC61 OEL registered?

LC61 OEL is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is LC61 OEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 OEL shows 7 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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