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GV04 AMK

2004 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

111,552 mi
Last recorded111,552 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 AMK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 111,552 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 109,906 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 107,203 miles

covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing for full inspection

Fail 23 Apr 2019 107,203 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

covers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing for full inspection

Pass 15 Aug 2017 103,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre starting to crack

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to crack

Pass 20 Aug 2016 100,897 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2016 100,897 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 98,516 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 94,198 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 88,026 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 80,519 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2011 75,932 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 70,178 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 63,088 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 59,058 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 49,541 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 40,411 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 32,851 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 32,851 miles

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

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

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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GV04 AMK is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GV04 AMK, 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 GV04 AMK?

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What year was GV04 AMK registered?

GV04 AMK is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is GV04 AMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 AMK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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