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BK54 NYN

2004 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,944 mi
Last recorded149,944 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 NYN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 149,944 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2015 149,042 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 144,520 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 137,631 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 133,221 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 133,221 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 130,268 miles

Front brake pads wearing thin, front/rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 2 May 2010 125,566 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 120,134 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 111,037 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 110,423 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 96,833 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 96,343 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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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BK54 NYN is a 2004 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BK54 NYN, 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 BK54 NYN registered?

BK54 NYN is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is BK54 NYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK54 NYN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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