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GN54 XPH

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

274,307 mi
Last recorded274,307 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 XPH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 274,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

undertrays obscuring testable items

Pass 30 Oct 2018 162,084 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 162,084 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 7 Nov 2017 152,196 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 152,194 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 140,576 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 129,061 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 128,825 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush inner (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 116,688 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 116,650 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 103,155 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 89,171 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 73,600 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 58,948 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 53,358 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 46,581 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 40,780 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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GN54 XPH is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue 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 GN54 XPH, 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 GN54 XPH registered?

GN54 XPH is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GN54 XPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN54 XPH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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