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CA54 HXX

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

222,002 mi
Last recorded222,002 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 HXX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2020 222,002 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Feb 2020 222,001 miles

Central Rear Seat belt installation load spreading washer(s) missing from anchorage (10.1 (n))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 333,422 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 190,226 miles

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

eml light on

oil leak

Fail 26 Feb 2018 306,012 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

eml light on

oil leak

Fail 3 Mar 2017 295,819 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

EML Illuminates

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 179,136 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 179,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 164,136 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 164,136 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 157,023 miles

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

propshaft doughnut deteriorated

Fail 3 Dec 2013 157,023 miles

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

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

propshaft doughnut deteriorated

Pass 1 Dec 2012 142,916 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 131,391 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 119,981 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 106,629 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 85,470 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 71,484 miles

sideskirts fitted so unable to fully inspect sills, o/s/r tyre approaching limit (3.0mm) SIZE 22555R16W

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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CA54 HXX is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA54 HXX, 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.

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What year was CA54 HXX registered?

CA54 HXX is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 7 December 2004.

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