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YC61 UJW

2011 BMW 525

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

129,227 mi
Last recorded129,227 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC61 UJW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 129,227 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 114,565 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 114,564 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 99,069 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 89,387 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 83,445 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 76,139 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 65,598 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2019 65,598 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 61,284 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 55,479 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 49,863 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 32,884 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 14 Apr 2015 22,979 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 19,824 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 UJW is a 2011 BMW 525 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 UJW, 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 UJW registered?

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

Is YC61 UJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC61 UJW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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