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2011 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · P500 ABL

P500 ABL

2011 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 119,881 miles. MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
BMW 520
Year / Origin
2011 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 17 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
119,881 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 17 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2011
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle has a current roadworthiness status of passed, with the most recent MOT test on 2025-10-17 at 119,881 miles indicating a stable maintenance trend. The test revealed no defects, suggesting that the vehicle has been properly maintained over the past two years. The recorded mileage of 119,881 miles, accumulated over approximately 15 years, is roughly typical for its age, with an average annual mileage of around 7,992 miles. Notably, there is a gap in the mileage record between 2023 and 2024, with 6,275 miles missing. Additionally, a rapid increase in mileage occurred between 2023 and 2025, with 10,565 miles added in just 18 months. This may indicate a change in usage or ownership patterns. A buyer should inspect the vehicle's brakes in person, particularly the rear brakes, which failed twice on the same test date in 2023. The tester flagged binding rear brakes, which may indicate worn or damaged brake components. Additionally, the vehicle's suspension should be inspected for signs of wear, as the 2023 test revealed worn suspension bushes, which could affect the vehicle's handling and stability. Furthermore, the buyer should check the vehicle's exhaust emissions, as any issues could impact the vehicle's performance and fuel efficiency.
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P500 ABL Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
  • 119,881 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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P500 ABL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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 (P500 ABL) between October 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 17 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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ADVISORY

P500 ABL Mileage History

  1. 16/10/2023109,316 mi
  2. 17/10/2023109,316 mi
  3. 09/10/2024113,599 mi+4,283 mi
  4. 15/10/2024113,681 mi+82 mi
  5. 17/10/2025119,881 mi+6,200 mi

Average of roughly 5,270 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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