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DD06 GYD

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

162,756 mi
Last recorded162,756 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDD06 GYD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 162,756 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 162,749 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 156,831 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both bottom ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 150,613 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 137,288 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 137,288 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 128,869 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 128,867 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2021 126,665 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 117,379 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 111,458 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 103,902 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test AIR FRESHENER ()

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 95,063 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 85,441 miles

Nearside Front bald on outer tread

Pass 3 Dec 2014 54,417 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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DD06 GYD is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DD06 GYD, 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 DD06 GYD registered?

DD06 GYD is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 5 December 2011.

Is DD06 GYD safe to buy?

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