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FL54 KDZ

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

132,733 mi
Last recorded132,733 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL54 KDZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 132,733 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 May 2017 132,733 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 123,647 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sidewall damage to nearside front tyre

Fail 18 Jul 2015 123,647 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar 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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sidewall damage to nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Jul 2014 114,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f brake pad sensor wire not on brake pad

Pass 20 Jul 2013 107,930 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 102,746 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

stepping to o/s/r tyre inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2011 98,170 miles

undertray fitted unable to see all testable items

Fail 30 Jun 2011 98,170 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

undertray fitted unable to see all testable items

Pass 29 Jun 2010 91,607 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 81,708 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 81,708 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 65,278 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 65,246 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Fail 4 Sep 2007 46,353 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 46,353 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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FL54 KDZ is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FL54 KDZ, 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 FL54 KDZ registered?

FL54 KDZ is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is FL54 KDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL54 KDZ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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