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FL54 YDY

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,484 mi
Last recorded168,484 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2012
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL54 YDY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2012 168,484 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 147,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Nov 2010 147,629 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 113,513 miles

nearside front tyre has small cut on sidewall

Pass 10 Nov 2008 78,873 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 77,921 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

smoke emmisions too low to be measured

Pass 14 Sep 2007 54,277 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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FL54 YDY is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 YDY, 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 FL54 YDY?

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What year was FL54 YDY registered?

FL54 YDY is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 9 October 2004.

Is FL54 YDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL54 YDY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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