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YC61 UCB

2011 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

169,404 mi
Last recorded169,404 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW X578,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 UCB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 169,404 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 157,537 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 145,866 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 133,813 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 124,985 miles

under-trays fitted obsecuring some underside components

Fail 15 Sep 2021 124,985 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under-trays fitted obsecuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2020 118,419 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 88,077 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 88,036 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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 1 Jun 2018 59,708 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 59,703 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 55,164 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 44,981 miles

Exhaust emissions at Zero and not detected when tested.

Front Windscreen washers pulse only, require attention.

Pass 9 Oct 2015 35,154 miles

front brake pads wearing low

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 24 Oct 2014 25,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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YC61 UCB is a 2011 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 78,686 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 X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC61 UCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 15 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YC61 UCB?

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What year was YC61 UCB registered?

YC61 UCB is a 2011 BMW X5, first registered on 15 November 2011.

Is YC61 UCB safe to buy?

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