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YC11 VXB

2011 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

162,014 mi
Last recorded162,014 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 VXB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 162,014 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 153,075 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2023 153,075 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 148,000 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 100,262 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 89,417 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 75,590 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some under components

Pass 16 Sep 2015 66,387 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted full inspection not possible

Pass 1 Sep 2014 57,285 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 55,550 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 VXB is a 2011 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VXB, 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 VXB registered?

YC11 VXB is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 15 June 2011.

Is YC11 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC11 VXB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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