2011 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · LS11 CAL
2011 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 12 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 158,534 miles. MOT valid until 07 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 520
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,534 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LS11 CAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 158,534 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LS11 CAL 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 (LS11 CAL) between February 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
LS11 CAL Mileage History
- 25/02/2022142,119 mi
- 06/03/2023147,007 mi+4,888 mi
- 05/03/2024153,089 mi+6,082 mi
- 05/03/2025156,178 mi+3,089 mi
- 09/04/2026158,534 mi+2,356 mi
Average of roughly 3,987 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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