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GV04 VLR

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

79,836 mi
Last recorded79,836 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 VLR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 79,836 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 77,494 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 74,431 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 71,133 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 71,133 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2019 67,280 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front tyre is wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 25 Jul 2018 64,042 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 61,453 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 61,369 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 59,416 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 56,629 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 56,629 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2014 52,268 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 52,268 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

brake pad warning light is on

Pass 13 Nov 2012 40,422 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 32,339 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 26,494 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 20,958 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 17,758 miles

Nearside body and front and rear bumper slight damage

Tyre warning light on

Fail 22 Oct 2008 17,758 miles

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

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

Nearside body and front and rear bumper slight damage

Tyre warning light on

Pass 3 Oct 2007 14,663 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 VLR is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VLR, 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 VLR?

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What year was GV04 VLR registered?

GV04 VLR is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is GV04 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 VLR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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