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GV04 SNX

2004 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,033 mi
Last recorded172,033 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 SNX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2024 172,033 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2023 155,681 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 155,681 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 125,524 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 115,630 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 115,630 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 114,719 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 112,221 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 108,792 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 104,310 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 98,575 miles

All tyres close to legal limit

Pass 21 Jan 2015 94,383 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 87,395 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 87,395 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 80,257 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 71,289 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 71,289 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 61,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 61,657 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 51,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 51,736 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 42,005 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 31,916 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 21,851 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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GV04 SNX is a 2004 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 GV04 SNX, 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 GV04 SNX registered?

GV04 SNX is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 May 2004.

Is GV04 SNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 SNX shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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