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GV54 EUD

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,195 mi
Last recorded172,195 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2012
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 EUD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2012 172,195 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 172,195 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 152,069 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 152,067 miles

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Airbag light on

Pass 8 Oct 2010 128,084 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 106,976 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 87,167 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 66,985 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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GV54 EUD is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GV54 EUD, 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 GV54 EUD?

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What year was GV54 EUD registered?

GV54 EUD is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is GV54 EUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV54 EUD shows 8 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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