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CA60 FZB

2011 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

154,685 mi
Last recorded154,685 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA60 FZB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 154,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/19 98yxl 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm 275/35/19 100y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm & cut in sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm & cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 144,997 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 137,058 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 128,946 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 121,243 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jan 2021 110,499 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Jun 2019 105,665 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 98,135 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 92,947 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside / offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 88,294 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 83,944 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 79,184 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 79,170 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 72,387 miles

front inner brake pads appear low wheel off inspection advise

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 FZB is a 2011 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc 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 CA60 FZB, 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 FZB?

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What year was CA60 FZB registered?

CA60 FZB is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 14 January 2011.

Is CA60 FZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA60 FZB 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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