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BV61 AYZ

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,005 mi
Last recorded69,005 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 AYZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 69,005 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bolts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 66,654 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 63,542 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 59,236 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 55,428 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 52,849 miles

REAR TYRE'S STEPPING ON THE INNER EDGE

Fail 28 Jul 2020 52,829 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

REAR TYRE'S STEPPING ON THE INNER EDGE

Pass 5 Aug 2019 49,481 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 42,890 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 35,138 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 27,545 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 21,653 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 12,052 miles

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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BV61 AYZ is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BV61 AYZ, 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 BV61 AYZ registered?

BV61 AYZ is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 6 September 2011.

Is BV61 AYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV61 AYZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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