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YG11 VLP

2011 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

155,494 mi
Last recorded155,494 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG11 VLP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 155,494 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 138,241 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 132,525 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 129,103 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 121,705 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 110,983 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 94,357 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 83,069 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 68,252 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 9 May 2017 68,180 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure link rod bottom ball joint not connected (2.4.G.1)

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2016 61,267 miles

Front both tyres slightly perishing on outer edge

Rear brake pads slightly wearing down on surface

Rear child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear under side covers fitted obscuring some components

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Apr 2015 42,651 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2014 24,222 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YG11 VLP is a 2011 BMW 525 in Silver 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 YG11 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG11 VLP registered?

YG11 VLP is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is YG11 VLP safe to buy?

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