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LJ61 ZGL

2011 BMW 523

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,900 mi
Last recorded166,900 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52360,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 ZGL
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 166,900 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2025 154,117 miles

Central Rear Centre seat obstructed not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Apr 2025 154,116 miles

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour Pink (4.1.4 (a))

Central Rear Centre seat obstructed not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 142,664 miles

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

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

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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LJ61 ZGL is a 2011 BMW 523 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ61 ZGL, 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

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What year was LJ61 ZGL registered?

LJ61 ZGL is a 2011 BMW 523, first registered on 26 July 2011.

Is LJ61 ZGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ61 ZGL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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