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DX61 HSU

2011 BMW 525

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

232,350 mi
Last recorded232,350 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX61 HSU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 232,350 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 219,053 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 210,730 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 189,823 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 172,064 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 172,064 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 156,645 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 146,766 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 134,907 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 115,239 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 93,478 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 77,182 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 59,976 miles

no emissions detected by dsm

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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DX61 HSU is a 2011 BMW 525 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DX61 HSU, 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 DX61 HSU?

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What year was DX61 HSU registered?

DX61 HSU is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is DX61 HSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX61 HSU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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