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YD61 OSL

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

151,070 mi
Last recorded151,070 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD61 OSL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 151,070 miles

Central Rear unable to test seatbelt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear diff bushes worn

Pass 21 May 2025 142,036 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ( Rear arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 130,213 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded Heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Unable to check fuel cap seal

Vehicle fitted with undertrays limiting view on some components

Fail 12 Mar 2024 130,066 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Risk of blow out (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded Heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Unable to check fuel cap seal

Vehicle fitted with undertrays limiting view on some components

Pass 17 Feb 2023 120,860 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 111,013 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 99,730 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 91,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn to 3mm. No cords at time of test.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm. worn on inner edge but no cords at time of test. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. No cords at time of test. Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

fuel flap door stiff to open. How ever it can be opened and fuel cap is able to be accessed.

Pass 22 May 2018 82,466 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 68,617 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 59,439 miles

Rear brake pads low

Pass 2 Apr 2015 47,463 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 41,300 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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YD61 OSL is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YD61 OSL, 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 YD61 OSL registered?

YD61 OSL is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 13 September 2011.

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