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YK11 UKE

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

217,413 mi
Last recorded217,413 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 UKE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 217,413 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 205,660 miles

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

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

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Mar 2020 192,583 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 179,219 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside lower area (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 161,944 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 132,786 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 128,440 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 115,995 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Mar 2014 78,548 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 78,527 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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YK11 UKE is a 2011 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YK11 UKE, 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 YK11 UKE registered?

YK11 UKE is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 23 March 2011.

Is YK11 UKE safe to buy?

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