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FV61 DZD

2011 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

191,192 mi
Last recorded191,192 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 DZD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 191,192 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 184,605 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 180,673 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 166,121 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 157,203 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 157,203 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 131,569 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 116,209 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 88,388 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 20,996 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FV61 DZD is a 2011 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FV61 DZD, 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 FV61 DZD registered?

FV61 DZD is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is FV61 DZD safe to buy?

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