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AK54 CHX

2004 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

168,151 mi
Last recorded168,151 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 CHX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 168,151 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 165,410 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 158,709 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 145,884 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 135,295 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 135,280 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 128,031 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs worn

Pass 21 Sep 2012 120,903 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2011 107,149 miles

underside totally covered not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Aug 2010 91,767 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 85,232 miles

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

Offside Front 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 30 Oct 2008 75,262 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 57,384 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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AK54 CHX is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AK54 CHX, 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.

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What year was AK54 CHX registered?

AK54 CHX is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 22 September 2004.

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