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GD04 XBY

2004 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,669 mi
Last recorded92,669 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD04 XBY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2013 92,669 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 92,669 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 80,863 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 65,210 miles

o/s/r tyre inside edge worn

under body covers

Pass 12 Apr 2010 54,014 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 48,164 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 40,648 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 33,465 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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GD04 XBY is a 2004 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GD04 XBY, 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 GD04 XBY registered?

GD04 XBY is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 16 July 2004.

Is GD04 XBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD04 XBY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GD04 XBY have outstanding finance?

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