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EX54 YMH

2004 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

122,540 mi
Last recorded122,540 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 YMH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 122,540 miles

Central Brake light not working

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 118,937 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2019 118,937 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 112,694 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount insecure (6.1.2 (a))

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 19 Sep 2018 112,691 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount insecure (6.1.2 (a))

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2017 108,878 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 102,738 miles

eml light on

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2015 98,308 miles

Front tyre valves cracking

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Down to 2.3mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Sep 2015 98,308 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)

Front tyre valves cracking

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Down to 2.3mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 91,347 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 84,762 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 79,087 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 70,209 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 62,010 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 54,286 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 47,385 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 37,486 miles

engine top cover fitted.

full engine tray fitted

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 YMH is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EX54 YMH, 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 EX54 YMH registered?

EX54 YMH is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is EX54 YMH safe to buy?

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