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YE61 VTA

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,667 mi
Last recorded122,667 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 122,667 miles

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

under-trays fitted.

Pass 29 Nov 2021 119,209 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 113,610 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 111,725 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 110,567 miles

Rear tires worn on the inner edges

Fail 17 Nov 2018 110,567 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear tires worn on the inner edges

Pass 31 Oct 2017 108,722 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2017 108,706 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 107,454 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge ./

slight smearing front wipers ./

n/s/r tyre inner edge almost to cords

Pass 11 Nov 2015 82,563 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 60,616 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 VTA is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VTA, 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 YE61 VTA registered?

YE61 VTA is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is YE61 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 VTA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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