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BU54 VFT

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,846 mi
Last recorded170,846 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 VFT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 170,846 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 170,743 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine under car wet with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 170,322 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 157,883 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 150,361 miles

tpms light on

Pass 29 Dec 2017 143,870 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Nov 2016 117,072 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 111,206 miles

Engine tray broken and hanging underneath the car

Oil Leak

Fail 24 Aug 2015 111,140 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine tray broken and hanging underneath the car

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

Oil Leak

Pass 28 Aug 2014 96,887 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 96,383 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 91,555 miles

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

Front 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)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 84,920 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 76,845 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2009 76,845 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 70,734 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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BU54 VFT is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 101,069 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BU54 VFT, 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 BU54 VFT registered?

BU54 VFT is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is BU54 VFT safe to buy?

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