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EF04 HVH

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

156,194 mi
Last recorded156,194 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF04 HVH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2024 156,194 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 144,390 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 134,988 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2022 134,988 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 124,212 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2020 115,811 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 107,665 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended trailing arm bush (2.4.F.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 92,671 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 79,088 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 69,701 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 63,701 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 58,515 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 52,231 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 45,428 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 38,024 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 30,027 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 20,876 miles

Hand brake travel high.

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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EF04 HVH is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EF04 HVH, 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 EF04 HVH registered?

EF04 HVH is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is EF04 HVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF04 HVH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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