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GF04 ZTB

2004 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

227,452 mi
Last recorded227,452 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF04 ZTB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 227,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 227,452 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened worn out (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 218,064 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 218,064 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 196,654 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)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 173,146 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2014 153,592 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2013 136,052 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2012 123,613 miles

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

both front marker lamps not working

Fail 28 Apr 2012 123,613 miles

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

both front marker lamps not working

Pass 27 Jan 2012 121,254 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)

both front marker lamps not working

Pass 11 Apr 2011 114,629 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)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

both front marker lamps not working

engine oil leak

n/s handbrake reading low on RBT

rear brake discs worn

Pass 20 Apr 2010 103,837 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 103,782 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 90,091 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 72,482 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 55,158 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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GF04 ZTB is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GF04 ZTB, 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 GF04 ZTB registered?

GF04 ZTB is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 5 April 2004.

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