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GU54 UFK

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,405 mi
Last recorded58,405 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 UFK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 58,405 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 47,326 miles

rear suspension air bags perished

Fail 30 Sep 2019 47,326 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

rear suspension air bags perished

Pass 10 Sep 2018 38,036 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 37,855 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 30,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 30,038 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 30,038 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 29,254 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 27,792 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 26,558 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 24,814 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 22,659 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 22,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2010 19,704 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 17,071 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 16,400 miles

Front no. plate cracked but still easy to read

NSF jacking block missing

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 13,259 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 10,159 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 10,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UFK is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 101,069 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 UFK, 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 UFK registered?

GU54 UFK is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is GU54 UFK safe to buy?

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