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LC61 WJV

2011 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,019 mi
Last recorded121,019 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 WJV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 121,019 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 119,857 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 112,550 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 108,667 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 104,086 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 104,086 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 99,947 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 95,116 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 89,219 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 87,000 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 75,800 miles

osf tyre low tread on outer edge

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 WJV is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WJV, 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 LC61 WJV?

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What year was LC61 WJV registered?

LC61 WJV is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is LC61 WJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 WJV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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