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BT04 ZBX

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

207,133 mi
Last recorded207,133 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT04 ZBX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 207,133 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear bushes deteriorating beam axle

Pass 30 Sep 2019 182,389 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 179,068 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 171,642 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 159,084 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 142,164 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 141,665 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s/f anti roll bar rubbing on arch

Pass 12 Jul 2014 132,789 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 122,381 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 112,216 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 112,197 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 102,362 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 98,656 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 85,775 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 75,350 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 74,983 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 47,470 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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BT04 ZBX is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BT04 ZBX, 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 BT04 ZBX registered?

BT04 ZBX is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is BT04 ZBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT04 ZBX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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