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YC61 TVL

2011 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,905 mi
Last recorded143,905 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 TVL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 143,905 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 135,548 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 135,548 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 123,646 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 18 Jan 2022 123,416 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 104,154 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2021 104,129 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2019 80,216 miles

both front tyres wearing outer edge

Pass 6 Jul 2018 70,253 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 64,218 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 54,504 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 13 Oct 2015 43,327 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 43,327 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 20,883 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 20,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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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YC61 TVL is a 2011 BMW 525 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YC61 TVL, 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 YC61 TVL?

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What year was YC61 TVL registered?

YC61 TVL is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 7 November 2011.

Is YC61 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 TVL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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