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FV04 LNT

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

160,609 mi
Last recorded160,609 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 LNT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 160,609 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2016 150,536 miles

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

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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2015 139,371 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 131,477 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 127,835 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 127,818 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 110,279 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2010 110,207 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 93,273 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 11 Dec 2009 93,264 miles

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

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

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 1 Oct 2008 70,951 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Pass 18 Sep 2007 58,450 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 May 2007 54,459 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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FV04 LNT is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FV04 LNT, 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 FV04 LNT registered?

FV04 LNT is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is FV04 LNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV04 LNT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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