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EX54 EVT

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,384 mi
Last recorded49,384 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2012
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 EVT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2012 49,384 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise oil leak rear diff

Pass 3 Feb 2012 48,705 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 48,705 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 40,459 miles

ASVISE DIFF SEAL LEAKING OIL

Pass 29 Dec 2009 33,157 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 33,127 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 26,675 miles

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

both front tyres wearing heavily on edges

Pass 6 Nov 2007 20,782 miles

ADVISE OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE RAER TYRES ON WEAR MARKERS

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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EX54 EVT is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 EX54 EVT, 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 EX54 EVT?

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What year was EX54 EVT registered?

EX54 EVT is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is EX54 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX54 EVT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX54 EVT have outstanding finance?

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