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FL11 XHS

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,900 mi
Last recorded100,900 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL11 XHS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2021 100,900 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 83,874 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 68,448 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 64,369 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear outer (2.4.G.2)

upper and lower covers fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Mar 2017 56,874 miles

rear differential mount is splitting on one side of mounting

upper and lower covers fitted covering components

Pass 16 Mar 2016 47,081 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 38,225 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 28,154 miles

emissions too clean to be detected

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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FL11 XHS is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FL11 XHS, 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 FL11 XHS?

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What year was FL11 XHS registered?

FL11 XHS is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 28 March 2011.

Is FL11 XHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL11 XHS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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