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FG54 AOM

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,240 mi
Last recorded57,240 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG54 AOM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 57,240 miles

Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 55,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 55,684 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2015 55,288 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 54,430 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 51,853 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 49,852 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 47,290 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 46,482 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 43,831 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 40,569 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 37,364 miles

rear tyres 4mm

Pass 14 Nov 2007 37,338 miles

rear tyres 3-3.5mm

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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FG54 AOM is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FG54 AOM, 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 FG54 AOM registered?

FG54 AOM is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 9 November 2004.

Is FG54 AOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG54 AOM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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