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8800 IL

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

112,851 mi
Last recorded112,851 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8800 IL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 112,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 108,038 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 101,788 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 93,575 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, worn heavily on inner edges recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 90,268 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, worn heavily on inner edge's (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 85,110 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 77,395 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 76,668 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 75,126 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 73,179 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 70,888 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 69,259 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 57,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2014 57,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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8800 IL is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 87,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 8800 IL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 8800 IL registered?

8800 IL is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is 8800 IL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8800 IL 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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