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BP04 JWY

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

167,722 mi
Last recorded167,722 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP04 JWY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2022 167,722 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 153,535 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both rear (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 142,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play left arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 127,821 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 127,821 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 119,235 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 115,814 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 115,062 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 115,062 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 111,639 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 107,715 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 103,483 miles

rear tyre treads are cracking

Pass 12 Jun 2012 99,513 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 95,310 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 90,081 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 84,979 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 84,979 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 May 2008 79,861 miles

Front discs slightly pitted / corroded on outer track

Fail 28 May 2008 79,861 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 66,135 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 66,128 miles

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

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

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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BP04 JWY is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BP04 JWY, 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 BP04 JWY registered?

BP04 JWY is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is BP04 JWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP04 JWY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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