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FX54 OBF

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

151,597 mi
Last recorded151,597 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 OBF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2018 151,597 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 138,954 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 137,048 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 128,810 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 116,037 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 107,294 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 90,864 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 24 Jan 2011 82,751 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2010 76,563 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 76,563 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

o/s reverse light in/op

Pass 3 Oct 2008 68,588 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 59,672 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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FX54 OBF is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FX54 OBF, 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.

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What year was FX54 OBF registered?

FX54 OBF is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is FX54 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX54 OBF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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