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B13 LGM

2004 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

182,021 mi
Last recorded182,021 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 LGM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 182,021 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 181,523 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 159,940 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 144,247 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 124,065 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 124,067 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 124,065 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 95,695 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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B13 LGM is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B13 LGM, 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 B13 LGM registered?

B13 LGM is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 22 December 2004.

Is B13 LGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B13 LGM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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