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CA60 DZX

2011 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

174,564 mi
Last recorded174,564 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA60 DZX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 174,564 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 168,385 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 161,650 miles

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

Nearside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 149,744 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 138,999 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 133,047 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2020 133,047 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 118,802 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 104,039 miles

Central Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 86,296 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 71,331 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 55,713 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 55,713 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 41,760 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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CA60 DZX is a 2011 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CA60 DZX, 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

How do I check the history of CA60 DZX?

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What year was CA60 DZX registered?

CA60 DZX is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 27 January 2011.

Is CA60 DZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA60 DZX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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