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DY04 YWF

2004 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,423 mi
Last recorded116,423 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY04 YWF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2019 116,423 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 95,135 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 82,176 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 78,139 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre metal object in tread

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 72,752 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 65,976 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 63,346 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Mar 2012 57,636 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 50,756 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 46,264 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 42,751 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 39,856 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 34,906 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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DY04 YWF is a 2004 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DY04 YWF, 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 DY04 YWF?

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What year was DY04 YWF registered?

DY04 YWF is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is DY04 YWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY04 YWF shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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