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SL61 ZRA

2011 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,522 mi
Last recorded132,522 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2014
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL61 ZRA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2014 132,522 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 132,484 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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SL61 ZRA is a 2011 BMW 525 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SL61 ZRA, 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 SL61 ZRA?

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What year was SL61 ZRA registered?

SL61 ZRA is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 11 November 2011.

Is SL61 ZRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL61 ZRA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL61 ZRA have outstanding finance?

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