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LS11 YKW

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

176,202 mi
Last recorded176,202 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS11 YKW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 176,202 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 165,346 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 159,598 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 153,882 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 147,954 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 138,127 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 128,588 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 122,219 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 114,885 miles

windscreen has damage but is not in the drivers view

Pass 7 May 2014 71,046 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage nearside front tyre sidewall.

damage wheel rims.

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 13 Mar 2014 67,287 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 67,287 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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LS11 YKW is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LS11 YKW, 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 LS11 YKW registered?

LS11 YKW is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 9 May 2011.

Is LS11 YKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS11 YKW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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