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YC17 UCA

2017 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,828 mi
Last recorded108,828 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 52572,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC17 UCA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 108,828 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing os ns dust covers missing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 96,807 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 85,134 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 14 Feb 2024 85,134 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245-40-19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 75,093 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 62,847 miles

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

rear diff leaking oil

rear shocker bump stops perished

Pass 19 Feb 2021 53,590 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 18 Feb 2021 53,590 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 20 Feb 2020 44,219 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

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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YC17 UCA is a 2017 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 72,616 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YC17 UCA, 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 9 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YC17 UCA?

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What year was YC17 UCA registered?

YC17 UCA is a 2017 BMW 525, first registered on 23 March 2017.

Is YC17 UCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC17 UCA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC17 UCA have outstanding finance?

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