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YT61 UFU

2011 BMW 525

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

229,768 mi
Last recorded229,768 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52587,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT61 UFU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 229,768 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 210,611 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 206,471 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 184,724 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 179,196 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 169,662 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 160,002 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 142,002 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated indicating fault (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 2 Mar 2019 142,002 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated indicating fault (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 138,569 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 126,036 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 112,446 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 100,316 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 87,779 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2014 87,779 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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YT61 UFU is a 2011 BMW 525 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YT61 UFU, 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 YT61 UFU registered?

YT61 UFU is a 2011 BMW 525, first registered on 6 September 2011.

Is YT61 UFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT61 UFU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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