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SO54 KPN

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,765 mi
Last recorded105,765 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 KPN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 105,765 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 May 2018 105,765 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 102,945 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 100,771 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 98,877 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 96,966 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 83,914 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 72,690 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 152,834 miles

front brake discs corroded

rear brake pads wearing low

Fail 28 Nov 2011 152,834 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs corroded

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 24 Nov 2010 138,152 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 126,802 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 111,366 miles

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

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 KPN is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KPN, 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 KPN registered?

SO54 KPN is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is SO54 KPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO54 KPN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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