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2011 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · PJ60 UYA

PJ60 UYA

2011 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 2011. Recorded mileage 111,100 miles. MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 520
Year / Origin
2011 · Preston
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 13 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
111,100 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official 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.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2011
Engine
2000cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend toward improving maintenance standards. The most recent test on November 14, 2025 at 111,100 miles resulted in zero defects, marking a significant shift from previous years where issues appeared. This clean result follows a successful pass in February 2025, suggesting that the current owner has proactively addressed the mechanical and consumable requirements identified in earlier inspections. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in data between January 2022 (93,640 miles) and January 2023 (104,196 miles), where the car covered over 10,000 miles in twelve months. However, the usage has moderated recently, with 2,587 miles recorded between the February and November 2025 tests. This regular interval is generally beneficial for BMW components to prevent the seal and oxidation often associated with long-term stationary vehicles. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking system. The 2023 test at 99,950 miles flagged thin offside rear brake pads and two tyres nearing the legal limit. While these appear to have been resolved, the presence of edge wear on the tyres previously could indicate potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be verified. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural integrity on the subframe and wish arm mounting points is necessary, although no significant corrosion has yet been flagged in the recorded history.
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PJ60 UYA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/11/2025
  • 111,100 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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PJ60 UYA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Jun 2026, 15:50
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 (PJ60 UYA) between January 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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.

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ADVISORY

PJ60 UYA Mileage History

  1. 10/01/202293,640 mi
  2. 26/01/202399,950 mi+6,310 mi
  3. 20/01/2024104,196 mi+4,246 mi
  4. 08/02/2025108,513 mi+4,317 mi
  5. 14/11/2025111,100 mi+2,587 mi

Average of roughly 4,542 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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