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HV61 ZJZ

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

210,018 mi
Last recorded210,018 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 ZJZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 210,018 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2026 209,868 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2025 201,543 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 193,280 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 184,365 miles

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

smell of fuel under car

Fail 27 Sep 2023 184,365 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

smell of fuel under car

Pass 27 Sep 2022 175,025 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 164,480 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 154,558 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 145,837 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 137,778 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 137,778 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 127,863 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 119,279 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin seem low (3.5.1g)

emissions too low to read

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2015 105,514 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 81,012 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 ZJZ is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZJZ, 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 ZJZ registered?

HV61 ZJZ is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 10 November 2011.

Is HV61 ZJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV61 ZJZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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