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RF11 EXT

2011 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,394 mi
Last recorded106,394 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF11 EXT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 106,394 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 105,462 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 103,661 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 96,431 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 92,761 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 88,073 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 76,783 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 76,674 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 67,433 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 64,954 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 59,328 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 53,718 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 46,235 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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RF11 EXT is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RF11 EXT, 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 RF11 EXT?

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What year was RF11 EXT registered?

RF11 EXT is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 July 2011.

Is RF11 EXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF11 EXT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RF11 EXT have outstanding finance?

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