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CP11 JZA

2011 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

160,011 mi
Last recorded160,011 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP11 JZA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 160,011 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 141,172 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 126,276 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 126,276 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 111,805 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 29 Dec 2021 96,823 miles

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

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))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 91,835 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 87,251 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 80,400 miles

Under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 21 Mar 2019 80,400 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Aug 2018 79,853 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 71,608 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2016 61,693 miles

Engine Covers / Undertrays Fitted

Fail 20 Dec 2016 61,693 miles

Engine Covers / Undertrays Fitted

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 50,470 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 44,815 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 42,388 miles

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

front wipers smear slightly

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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CP11 JZA is a 2011 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CP11 JZA, 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 CP11 JZA registered?

CP11 JZA is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 23 June 2011.

Is CP11 JZA safe to buy?

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