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AK54 UVJ

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,117 mi
Last recorded142,117 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 UVJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 142,117 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 May 2025 127,091 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2024 124,409 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 122,261 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 120,830 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 117,671 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 112,011 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 106,673 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 98,784 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 90,599 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 83,189 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 72,507 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 67,083 miles

Front tyres worn inner and outer edges & deteriorated no cords or ply visible

Rear tyre slightly worn inner and outer edges

Pass 22 Sep 2011 58,987 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 50,571 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Nov 2010 50,571 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 41,128 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Sep 2009 41,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 29,984 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 21,293 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 UVJ is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UVJ, 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 AK54 UVJ registered?

AK54 UVJ is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is AK54 UVJ safe to buy?

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