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CE54 UJM

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,548 mi
Last recorded105,548 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2011
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE54 UJM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2011 105,548 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 87,475 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 87,475 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 68,951 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 68,891 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 51,558 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 33,524 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 33,511 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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CE54 UJM is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 CE54 UJM, 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 CE54 UJM?

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What year was CE54 UJM registered?

CE54 UJM is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 15 September 2004.

Is CE54 UJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE54 UJM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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