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AK04 WFY

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,585 mi
Last recorded78,585 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 WFY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2014 78,585 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear diff oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2013 77,786 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 46,595 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 65,385 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 55,512 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 43,895 miles

Both front tyres starting to go out of shape (Tread separation at shoulders).

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside 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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AK04 WFY is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 101,069 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 AK04 WFY, 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 22 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK04 WFY registered?

AK04 WFY is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 25 March 2004.

Is AK04 WFY safe to buy?

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