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AX04 XCK

2004 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,957 mi
Last recorded116,957 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 XCK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2015 116,957 miles

Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

childseat

oil leak

top covers

undercovers

Pass 20 Sep 2014 109,393 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside mirror cover missing

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Sep 2014 109,393 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside mirror cover missing

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2013 98,851 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Sep 2013 98,851 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2011 86,082 miles

rear discs worn

Pass 18 Nov 2010 80,257 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 74,166 miles

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

rear diff leaking oil

vehicle underbody plastic trim fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2008 65,992 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 57,482 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 53,416 miles

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

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

oil leaks from diff

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 XCK is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XCK, 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 AX04 XCK registered?

AX04 XCK is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is AX04 XCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX04 XCK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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