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FG04 RKK

2004 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

191,070 mi
Last recorded191,070 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 RKK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 191,070 miles

Front head lights slightly misty

oil leak

plastic side skirts fitted could not view

plastic under trays fitted could not view

Pass 29 Oct 2018 184,635 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 173,377 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 166,345 miles

Both front headlight lens detreriorating

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under trays fitted to underside of vehicle

Fail 7 Apr 2016 166,345 miles

Both front headlight lens detreriorating

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under trays fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Apr 2015 159,209 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 150,877 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Apr 2014 150,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 142,075 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 142,075 miles

Inner Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Inner Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 137,551 miles

Inner Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Inner Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 137,551 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 132,511 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Mar 2010 126,527 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 28 Mar 2009 122,013 miles

Rear tyres split in tread.

Pass 19 Mar 2008 118,838 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 113,391 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2007 113,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FG04 RKK is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG04 RKK, 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 FG04 RKK registered?

FG04 RKK is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is FG04 RKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG04 RKK shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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