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SP54 GXE

2004 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,102 mi
Last recorded166,102 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 GXE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2017 166,102 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 156,213 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 146,018 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 140,904 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 124,606 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 106,626 miles

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

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

both rear tyres on 3mm.

Pass 1 Jul 2011 87,681 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 69,745 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 52,653 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 35,091 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 17,537 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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SP54 GXE is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP54 GXE, 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 SP54 GXE?

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What year was SP54 GXE registered?

SP54 GXE is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is SP54 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP54 GXE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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