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YC60 UPM

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,385 mi
Last recorded104,385 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC60 UPM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 104,385 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 91,703 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 81,304 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 78,786 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 75,944 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 72,935 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 66,261 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 66,261 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2018 61,833 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 57,321 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 49,748 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 49,748 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 43,429 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 33,861 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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YC60 UPM is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YC60 UPM, 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

How do I check the history of YC60 UPM?

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What year was YC60 UPM registered?

YC60 UPM is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 4 January 2011.

Is YC60 UPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC60 UPM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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