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PN61 EGC

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,518 mi
Last recorded85,518 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN61 EGC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 85,518 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively caliper (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively caliper (1.2.1 (f))

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Fail 27 Aug 2025 85,516 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn brb ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively caliper (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively caliper (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Pass 21 Aug 2024 75,800 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive out put seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2023 65,945 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 65,945 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 55,646 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 47,137 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 42,413 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 39,715 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 35,187 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 31,620 miles

O/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Aug 2016 26,732 miles

rear pads low

Pass 26 Aug 2015 22,534 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 17,122 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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PN61 EGC is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol 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 PN61 EGC, 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 PN61 EGC registered?

PN61 EGC is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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The MOT history for PN61 EGC 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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