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X55 HBA

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

139,389 mi
Last recorded139,389 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX55 HBA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 139,389 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 137,882 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 134,026 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 129,306 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 125,489 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 121,169 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 116,745 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Feb 2019 108,548 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 101,028 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 101,028 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 Jun 2017 93,154 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 81,923 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 63,770 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 45,592 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 28,752 miles

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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X55 HBA is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X55 HBA, 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 X55 HBA?

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What year was X55 HBA registered?

X55 HBA is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is X55 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X55 HBA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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