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MF61 SWU

2011 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

153,399 mi
Last recorded153,399 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF61 SWU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 153,399 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 138,548 miles

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))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 138,548 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 130,913 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 114,391 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 104,102 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 91,436 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 81,596 miles

Both front tyres poor condition.

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 66,307 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 49,019 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 49,019 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MF61 SWU is a 2011 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MF61 SWU, 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.

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What year was MF61 SWU registered?

MF61 SWU is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is MF61 SWU safe to buy?

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