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YC11 UOX

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,231 mi
Last recorded127,231 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 UOX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 127,231 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 127,231 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 114,314 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 101,653 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 90,749 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 85,322 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 79,397 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 75,493 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 72,160 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 66,767 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 60,685 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,354 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 34,977 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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YC11 UOX is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YC11 UOX, 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 UOX registered?

YC11 UOX is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 18 May 2011.

Is YC11 UOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC11 UOX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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