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YP61 XZR

2011 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,383 mi
Last recorded143,383 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP61 XZR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 143,383 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 143,383 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 140,114 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 140,114 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2019 131,593 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 121,771 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 111,160 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 95,675 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 76,997 miles

Undertrays fitted, obscuring components

engine covers fitted, obscuring components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 58,357 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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YP61 XZR is a 2011 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YP61 XZR, 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 YP61 XZR registered?

YP61 XZR is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is YP61 XZR safe to buy?

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