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YE61 VLP

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,413 mi
Last recorded131,413 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 VLP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 131,413 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2025 131,363 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 125,456 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 122,387 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 115,894 miles

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

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

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

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2021 106,473 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 91,094 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 85,475 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 73,704 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 60,555 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 48,253 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 35,169 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 35,169 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 22,415 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 14,344 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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YE61 VLP is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 YE61 VLP, 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.

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What year was YE61 VLP registered?

YE61 VLP is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is YE61 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 VLP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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