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YC61 UEF

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,167 mi
Last recorded79,167 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 UEF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2016 79,167 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Oil leak slight leak from diff ()

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 UEF is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC61 UEF, 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

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What year was YC61 UEF registered?

YC61 UEF is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 4 November 2011.

Is YC61 UEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 UEF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC61 UEF have outstanding finance?

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