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DV54 SKX

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

316,991 mi
Last recorded316,991 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV54 SKX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 316,991 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 162,741 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 139,046 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some vehicle components from view

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

Rear brake discs worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jan 2016 139,046 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some vehicle components from view

Long travel on handbrake

O/S/F tyre wearing on both edges

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

Rear brake discs worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 129,077 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 129,041 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 125,057 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 121,779 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 121,779 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 118,707 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 113,082 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 108,674 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 108,674 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 104,342 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 96,114 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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DV54 SKX is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DV54 SKX, 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 DV54 SKX registered?

DV54 SKX is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 23 November 2004.

Is DV54 SKX safe to buy?

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