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DN61 NFM

2011 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

165,830 mi
Last recorded165,830 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN61 NFM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 165,830 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 147,495 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both. (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2024 147,488 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Angle unit. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both. (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Middle (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both. (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 133,364 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 129,172 miles

under trays fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Nov 2022 129,172 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Nov 2021 121,129 miles

under shield fitted unable to see all components

Pass 24 Nov 2020 111,628 miles

Differential mounts deteriorated, including on rear sub-frame

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rear completely occupied with child seats ()

Fail 24 Nov 2020 111,628 miles

Differential mounts deteriorated, including on rear sub-frame

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rear completely occupied with child seats ()

Pass 11 Apr 2019 84,656 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 71,384 miles

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

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

engine bay cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2016 64,160 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 58,792 miles

engine covers fitted

rear brake discs have slight surface corrosion

Pass 1 Dec 2014 55,343 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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DN61 NFM 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 78.6%.

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 DN61 NFM, 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 DN61 NFM registered?

DN61 NFM is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is DN61 NFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN61 NFM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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