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AY54 JTX

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

106,829 mi
Last recorded106,829 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 JTX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 106,829 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 106,310 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 106,310 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 106,119 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracked/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 105,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 105,414 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres starting to crack/perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 104,925 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 104,290 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlight lenses deteriorated but not affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 103,772 miles

Covers Fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2019 103,771 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Covers Fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2018 103,458 miles

Covers Fitted

Parking Brake Performance Could be Improved

Pass 7 Mar 2017 102,469 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 98,870 miles

Covers Fitted

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 90,778 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Tyres Deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 83,465 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 83,465 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2013 76,599 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2012 68,598 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2011 61,682 miles

Sill & Floorpan Covers Fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2010 54,125 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 46,362 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 36,966 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 26,397 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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AY54 JTX is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AY54 JTX, 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 AY54 JTX?

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What year was AY54 JTX registered?

AY54 JTX is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is AY54 JTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY54 JTX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY54 JTX have outstanding finance?

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