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BV61 AWN

2011 BMW 528

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,610 mi
Last recorded73,610 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52862,909 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 AWN
MakeBMW
Model528
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 73,610 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 65,854 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 65,007 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 64,507 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 63,876 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 63,039 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 62,030 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 55,534 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2017 49,102 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2016 42,537 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 42,536 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 34,948 miles

Both rear tyre worn on inner edges

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 26,062 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 23,615 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 528?

Based on 168,696 MOT tests across 14,467 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,782
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,791
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,746
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,749
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,592
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BV61 AWN is a 2011 BMW 528 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 62,909 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 528 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,782 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV61 AWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 528 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 528 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV61 AWN registered?

BV61 AWN is a 2011 BMW 528, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is BV61 AWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV61 AWN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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