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AX04 RYV

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

58,939 mi
Last recorded58,939 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 RYV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 58,939 miles

nearside front coil spring corroded

nearside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

offside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

Pass 2 May 2025 52,716 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

nearside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

offside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

Pass 7 May 2024 48,588 miles

nearside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

offside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

rubber boots perished on nearside and offside front antiroll bar drop links

Pass 5 May 2023 44,218 miles

nearside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

offside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

Pass 18 May 2022 40,162 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 40,162 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 39,616 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 34,847 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 32,150 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 29,733 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 28,857 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 26,636 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 26,364 miles

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

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 22 Jul 2015 25,364 miles

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

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 14 Jul 2014 23,897 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 22,240 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 21,189 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 18,707 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 17,034 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 15,975 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 14,292 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 12,487 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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AX04 RYV is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 AX04 RYV, 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

How do I check the history of AX04 RYV?

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What year was AX04 RYV registered?

AX04 RYV is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is AX04 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX04 RYV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX04 RYV have outstanding finance?

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