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HV04 WKE

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

226,100 mi
Last recorded226,100 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV04 WKE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2020 226,100 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 173,520 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 163,513 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 156,555 miles

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

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

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

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

emissions too clean,not registering on DGA

Pass 26 Mar 2016 140,200 miles

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

both rear tyres getting close to wear blocks

emissions too clean,not registering on DGA

Pass 14 Mar 2015 130,438 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2014 126,768 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 120,855 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2012 113,641 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 113,641 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 107,384 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 97,051 miles

handbrake high!

Pass 23 Mar 2009 88,326 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 75,062 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 56,266 miles

front brake pads getting low and wear vin discs

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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HV04 WKE is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HV04 WKE, 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 HV04 WKE registered?

HV04 WKE is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is HV04 WKE safe to buy?

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