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LV61 XFZ

2011 BMW 525

Beige Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,352 mi
Last recorded67,352 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV61 XFZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 67,352 miles

Lower under tray obscuring components

Pass 9 Aug 2024 62,346 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Aug 2023 48,717 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 32,069 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 29,899 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 27,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 27,100 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 25,371 miles

All 4 rims damaged

Fail 17 Dec 2018 25,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All 4 rims damaged

Pass 13 Dec 2017 22,701 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 19,753 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged outer edge (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged both edges (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Dec 2016 19,753 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged outer edge (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged both edges (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 15,614 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 11,107 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LV61 XFZ is a 2011 BMW 525 in Beige with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LV61 XFZ, 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

How do I check the history of LV61 XFZ?

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What year was LV61 XFZ registered?

LV61 XFZ is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is LV61 XFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV61 XFZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV61 XFZ have outstanding finance?

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