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SK04 LDW

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

243,489 mi
Last recorded243,489 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK04 LDW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 243,489 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 243,486 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 235,664 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 229,612 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 223,161 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 216,220 miles

high level stop light partially working

Fail 7 Mar 2016 216,220 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both main pipes rear sections (3.6.B.2c)

high level stop light partially working

Pass 13 Mar 2015 203,427 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 190,451 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 176,554 miles

front brake splash shields insecure

Pass 5 Apr 2012 158,496 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 158,496 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 146,180 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 127,974 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle emissions too low to give a reading.

Fail 7 Jan 2010 127,974 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle emissions too low to give a reading.

Pass 13 Jan 2009 103,822 miles

front number plate starting to discolour

Pass 21 Aug 2007 67,503 miles

unable to access all vehicle conponments due to full under shielding

unable to access n/s and o/s puter body sills due to plastic covers

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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SK04 LDW is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SK04 LDW, 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 SK04 LDW registered?

SK04 LDW is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 20 August 2004.

Is SK04 LDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK04 LDW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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