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RF54 VCP

2004 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

196,564 mi
Last recorded196,564 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 VCP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 196,564 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 196,562 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 187,204 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 168,596 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 150,643 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake pipes slightly corroded

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2015 133,357 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres wearing close to the legal limits

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2014 113,803 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front brake heat shield insecure

Pass 4 Jun 2013 104,562 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 98,237 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 98,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 92,272 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 83,094 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 65,876 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 55,416 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 47,926 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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RF54 VCP is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RF54 VCP, 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 RF54 VCP registered?

RF54 VCP is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is RF54 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF54 VCP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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