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YK61 NKA

2011 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

193,999 mi
Last recorded193,999 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK61 NKA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 193,999 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2022 184,008 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 177,133 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 175,159 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess both sides (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

Pass 11 Jan 2019 168,238 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 158,228 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 139,983 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 139,921 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 113,041 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 81,621 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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YK61 NKA 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 YK61 NKA, 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 YK61 NKA registered?

YK61 NKA is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is YK61 NKA safe to buy?

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