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RX61 NKN

2011 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

72,937 mi
Last recorded72,937 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX61 NKN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 72,937 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 71,561 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 70,598 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 69,248 miles

Both rear tyre worn on (inner) edges

Fail 13 Sep 2023 69,248 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Both rear tyre worn on (inner) edges

Pass 21 Sep 2022 67,770 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre is worn on inner edge

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2021 65,015 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 65,015 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 62,269 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 62,263 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 59,359 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 54,647 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 50,482 miles

both front tyres starting to get low on tread on outer edges

both rear tyres very low on tread on inner edges

Pass 9 Sep 2016 43,167 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 34,803 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 25,271 miles

both rear tyre low on tread

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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RX61 NKN is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RX61 NKN, 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 RX61 NKN?

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What year was RX61 NKN registered?

RX61 NKN is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is RX61 NKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX61 NKN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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