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2011 BMW 5202.0L Diesel

PO61 BBO

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2011 BMW 520? It's a Diesel with a 1995cc engine showing 178,116 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Valid
Expires 06/08/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Diesel
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle demonstrates stable roadworthiness with no recorded defects in its most recent 2025 MOT at 178,116 miles. The prior 2024 test at 164,352 miles showed a pass, though a failed test on 2024-07-25 at 164,349 miles recorded no defects, suggesting potential administrative error or unresolved minor issues. Subsequent tests from 2023 and 2022 also showed no defects, indicating consistent maintenance. No recurring mechanical or structural faults are evident from the record, though the failed test without recorded defects warrants scrutiny. Mileage progression aligns with typical usage for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging 11,874 miles annually. The 2023 test at 146,807 miles and 2022 test at 130,269 miles show gradual accumulation, with no significant gaps or spikes in usage. The 2024-07-25 test at 164,349 miles was followed by a pass just two days later at 164,352 miles, suggesting potential resolution of any underlying issues. The absence of advisories or defects in recent tests implies no critical wear on major components, though the vehicle’s age necessitates closer inspection of aging systems. A buyer should verify the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs, as these components often degrade over 15 years. The failed 2024 test, though unexplained, may indicate transient issues requiring follow-up. Structural integrity and exhaust emissions should also be confirmed, as these are common concerns for older vehicles. The lack of recorded corrosion or binding calipers in MOTs is positive, but physical inspection remains essential to assess hidden wear not captured in the record.

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80
/ 100 · Good

Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 01:04
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2011 BMW 520 (PO61 BBO) has a recorded MOT history spanning from July 2022 to July 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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