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YC11 UBM

2011 BMW 525

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,504 mi
Last recorded132,504 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 UBM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 132,504 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 113,581 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2019 83,719 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 68,761 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 55,872 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 55,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 48,478 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear drive shaft oil seal slight weep

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

under-trays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2015 38,763 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 38,763 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 27,525 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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YC11 UBM is a 2011 BMW 525 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YC11 UBM, 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 YC11 UBM registered?

YC11 UBM is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is YC11 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC11 UBM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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