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EU54 VHN

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,968 mi
Last recorded99,968 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU54 VHN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 99,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 92,241 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 84,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Aug 2015 84,660 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S handbrake inop

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2015 77,872 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 71,523 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 64,049 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Nov 2011 64,197 miles

Child seat fitted on offside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt.

MICHELIN PRIMACY HP 225/55/R16(95W)

Nearside and offside front tyres cracked on treaded part of tyre

Nearside front tyre wearing low from inner and outer edges

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 58,498 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 58,498 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 53,921 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 53,921 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 50,181 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 46,331 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 46,325 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 46,309 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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EU54 VHN 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 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 EU54 VHN, 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 EU54 VHN registered?

EU54 VHN is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 11 September 2004.

Is EU54 VHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU54 VHN shows 16 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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