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YC11 ZSU

2011 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,774 mi
Last recorded108,774 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 5 Series97,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC11 ZSU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 108,774 miles

zero emmisions

Fail 24 May 2023 108,774 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

zero emmisions

Pass 10 Mar 2022 97,175 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 97,043 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 87,676 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 75,515 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 64,675 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 54,011 miles
Pass 15 May 2016 52,713 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 39,353 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 33,111 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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YC11 ZSU is a 2011 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2011 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 97,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC11 ZSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YC11 ZSU?

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What year was YC11 ZSU registered?

YC11 ZSU is a 2011 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 June 2011.

Is YC11 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC11 ZSU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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