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HN54 OCU

2004 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,863 mi
Last recorded128,863 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN54 OCU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 128,863 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 111,038 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2013 94,174 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 89,498 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 89,496 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 84,207 miles

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

airbag lamp on

Pass 26 Sep 2009 77,254 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 77,252 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 60,880 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 57,247 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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HN54 OCU is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HN54 OCU, 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 HN54 OCU registered?

HN54 OCU is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 8 November 2004.

Is HN54 OCU safe to buy?

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