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FV54 MYW

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

145,986 mi
Last recorded145,986 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 MYW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 145,986 miles

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

undertray/plastic coverd fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2016 135,110 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake just met efficiency requirements

Fail 23 Aug 2016 135,110 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Rear handbrake just met efficiency requirements

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 130,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

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

oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2014 124,803 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake disc slightly pitted or scored.

front brake discs slightly worn.

os and ns inner rear tyre slight wear.

os and ns outer front tyre slight wear.

Pass 7 Nov 2013 121,162 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2013 121,162 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 117,348 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 111,646 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 107,256 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 99,173 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 99,173 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 93,357 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 68,403 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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FV54 MYW is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FV54 MYW, 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 FV54 MYW?

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What year was FV54 MYW registered?

FV54 MYW is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is FV54 MYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV54 MYW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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