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FP54 OMG

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

193,560 mi
Last recorded193,560 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 OMG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 193,560 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 190,115 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 184,891 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 179,654 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 169,991 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 159,438 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 154,552 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 140,751 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 130,930 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 130,930 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2010 123,039 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jan 2010 111,457 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 111,439 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 96,684 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 96,639 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2009 96,630 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 83,470 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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FP54 OMG is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 FP54 OMG, 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 FP54 OMG registered?

FP54 OMG is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 18 November 2004.

Is FP54 OMG safe to buy?

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