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GD04 XBZ

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,658 mi
Last recorded61,658 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD04 XBZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2025 61,658 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 59,685 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 57,440 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2022 55,021 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 52,742 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 51,376 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 47,022 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 44,732 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 42,130 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 39,665 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 36,957 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 34,135 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 31,955 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2012 29,895 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 26,685 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 24,578 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 22,177 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 18,692 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 13,595 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 XBZ is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XBZ, 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 GD04 XBZ?

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What year was GD04 XBZ registered?

GD04 XBZ is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 26 July 2004.

Is GD04 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD04 XBZ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GD04 XBZ have outstanding finance?

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