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HV61 XZY

2011 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,234 mi
Last recorded137,234 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 XZY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2024 137,234 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 133,873 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2022 133,619 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 123,115 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2022 123,111 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 109,639 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 88,041 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 76,063 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 60,450 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 47,094 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 39,451 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 30,502 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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HV61 XZY is a 2011 BMW 525 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HV61 XZY, 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 HV61 XZY registered?

HV61 XZY is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 3 November 2011.

Is HV61 XZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV61 XZY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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