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FY61 XKM

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,768 mi
Last recorded64,768 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 XKM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2019 64,768 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 57,710 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 54,206 miles

partial check nsr seat belt child seat fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 46,418 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 40,967 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 31,395 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 23,566 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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FY61 XKM is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FY61 XKM, 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.

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What year was FY61 XKM registered?

FY61 XKM is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2011.

Is FY61 XKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY61 XKM shows 7 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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