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HY61 HGK

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

102,779 mi
Last recorded102,779 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY61 HGK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 102,779 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 102,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2022 99,614 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2022 99,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam FLASHING (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 96,753 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 95,215 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 92,581 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Sep 2018 87,844 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 80,355 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 76,390 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 72,587 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 68,236 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 68,236 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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HY61 HGK is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HY61 HGK, 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 HY61 HGK registered?

HY61 HGK is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 13 September 2011.

Is HY61 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY61 HGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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