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YC11 VTV

2011 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

180,377 mi
Last recorded180,377 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 VTV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 180,377 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 161,916 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 149,262 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 138,775 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 123,489 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 120,451 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 94,211 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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))

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Jul 2018 83,024 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 83,018 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 76,101 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 61,066 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 57,029 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 39,896 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 VTV is a 2011 BMW 525 in Black 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 VTV, 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 VTV registered?

YC11 VTV is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 8 June 2011.

Is YC11 VTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC11 VTV 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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