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YC11 ZBW

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,794 mi
Last recorded161,794 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 ZBW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2025 161,794 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 155,871 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 149,263 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 141,815 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 135,520 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 131,075 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 121,211 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 111,671 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 99,546 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 80,922 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 62,681 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,304 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 ZBW is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZBW, 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 ZBW registered?

YC11 ZBW is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 20 June 2011.

Is YC11 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC11 ZBW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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