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GU54 GAO

2004 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

149,468 mi
Last recorded149,468 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 GAO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 149,468 miles

Lower Steering column has a slight knocking noise

Nearside Front Foglight inoperative

Offside Front Foglight inoperative

Pass 16 Jan 2016 130,676 miles

child seat fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2016 130,676 miles

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

child seat fitted

oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2015 126,163 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake disc worn (lip)

eml on

n/s/r tyre wall cut

Fail 9 Jan 2015 126,163 miles

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 Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake disc worn (lip)

eml on

n/s/r tyre wall cut

Pass 4 Jan 2014 120,097 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 100,590 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 91,399 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 89,170 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 89,170 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 71,660 miles

both dip beams aims low limit

near side rear tyre on limit inner edge

off side rear tyre close to markers

slight wear to front brake discs

Pass 17 Aug 2009 63,758 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 51,695 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Aug 2007 37,085 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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GU54 GAO is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GU54 GAO, 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 GU54 GAO registered?

GU54 GAO is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is GU54 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU54 GAO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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