2011 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · AF61 SXM
2011 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 209,036 miles. MOT expired on 03 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 520
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 209,036 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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AF61 SXM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2025
- 209,036 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF61 SXM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW 520 (AF61 SXM) between September 2021 and September 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AF61 SXM Mileage History
- 21/09/2021168,359 mi
- 22/09/2022174,368 mi+6,009 mi
- 05/10/2023188,918 mi+14,550 mi
- 21/09/2024200,788 mi+11,870 mi
- 23/09/2025209,036 mi+8,248 mi
Average of roughly 10,155 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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