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AK54 YEJ

2004 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,953 mi
Last recorded147,953 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 YEJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 147,953 miles

OIL LECKS FROM ENGINE SIDE

Pass 16 Dec 2015 133,855 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 15 Dec 2015 133,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside headlamp aim beam pattern becoming distorted

Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2014 118,380 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 17 Dec 2014 118,380 miles

Upper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Dec 2013 103,703 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s wing mirror casing damaged

Pass 21 Dec 2012 90,617 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2011 76,478 miles

Both front tyres low on the edges

Both rear tyres slightly low on the inner edges

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 62,126 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 48,942 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 36,830 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 25,305 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 YEJ is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YEJ, 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 YEJ registered?

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

Is AK54 YEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 YEJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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