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SM54 NFC

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

204,176 mi
Last recorded204,176 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 NFC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 204,176 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2016 204,176 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 196,696 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 184,371 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 160,541 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 141,904 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 122,685 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 103,714 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 83,533 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 3 Oct 2008 62,570 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 46,691 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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SM54 NFC is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SM54 NFC, 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 SM54 NFC registered?

SM54 NFC is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is SM54 NFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 NFC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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