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SO54 CLF

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,842 mi
Last recorded141,842 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 CLF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 141,842 miles

Catalytic convertor repaired / modified

Engine malfunction lamp not working

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Offside front tyre deteriorated / cracks /cuts

Pass 4 Feb 2013 140,328 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 139,049 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 128,254 miles

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

brake pad warning lamp on

Pass 21 Nov 2009 120,306 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 111,849 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 111,841 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 106,221 miles

advise front number plate starting to fade. advise full brake check.

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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SO54 CLF is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SO54 CLF, 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 SO54 CLF registered?

SO54 CLF is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is SO54 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO54 CLF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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