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SG54 YCU

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

121,566 mi
Last recorded121,566 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG54 YCU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 121,566 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 121,551 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 120,496 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 112,622 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 175,528 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 107,267 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 100,633 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 95,674 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 92,409 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 82,843 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 79,392 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 72,170 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 63,946 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 54,059 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 48,637 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 48,637 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 41,661 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 33,795 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 25,884 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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SG54 YCU is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SG54 YCU, 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 SG54 YCU?

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What year was SG54 YCU registered?

SG54 YCU is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 29 December 2004.

Is SG54 YCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG54 YCU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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