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BN54 TZF

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

162,477 mi
Last recorded162,477 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 TZF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 162,477 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 158,430 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2014 152,486 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 152,473 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

trigger point not met

Pass 8 Oct 2013 148,198 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2012 138,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

condition of front headlight lenses .

diesel FUMES inside the car ?????

nearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers .

Pass 5 Oct 2011 130,844 miles

underside of vehicle not checked fully due to plastic covers .

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

condition of front and rear number plate .

condition of front brake discs (quite badly worn).

condition of rear brake discs (slightly worn).

nearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers .

Pass 19 Oct 2010 109,866 miles

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 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)

condition of front and rear brake discs (slightly worn).

nearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers .

underside of vehicle not checked fully due to plastic covers .

Pass 13 Oct 2009 81,873 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 59,187 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 2 Oct 2007 35,696 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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BN54 TZF is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN54 TZF, 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 BN54 TZF?

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What year was BN54 TZF registered?

BN54 TZF is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 11 November 2004.

Is BN54 TZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 TZF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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