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EF04 XBZ

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

159,849 mi
Last recorded159,849 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF04 XBZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 159,849 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside rear lower inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 159,849 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside front front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside rear lower inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 143,992 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 139,216 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 135,194 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 125,079 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 117,032 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 106,308 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 100,680 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 94,592 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 89,997 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 81,836 miles

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

off side front jacking point missing

Pass 7 May 2010 68,733 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 57,398 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 45,089 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 33,477 miles

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 XBZ is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XBZ, 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 EF04 XBZ?

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What year was EF04 XBZ registered?

EF04 XBZ is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 22 June 2004.

Is EF04 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF04 XBZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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