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BJ04 GNV

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

203,924 mi
Last recorded203,924 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ04 GNV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 203,924 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r drive shaft boot deteriorated

Pass 11 Jun 2012 197,005 miles

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

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

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

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

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 27 May 2011 181,435 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 169,514 miles

unable to fully inspect steering rack due to engine covers

Fail 25 May 2010 169,514 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

unable to fully inspect steering rack due to engine covers

Pass 9 Jun 2009 157,335 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres 3mm

unable to fully inspect steering rack due to engine covers

Pass 3 Jun 2008 142,452 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 122,282 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 122,824 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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BJ04 GNV is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ04 GNV, 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 BJ04 GNV registered?

BJ04 GNV is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 24 June 2004.

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