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VA04 CVH

2004 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,691 mi
Last recorded123,691 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA04 CVH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 123,691 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 123,691 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2017 121,536 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2016 116,794 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 110,286 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 103,759 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 87,659 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 80,463 miles

the osf tyre is cracking and perished badly between the tread blocks

Fail 13 Jul 2012 80,463 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

the osf tyre is cracking and perished badly between the tread blocks

Pass 22 Jun 2011 71,526 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 64,421 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 64,421 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 56,298 miles

front and rear brake pads low

Pass 4 Jul 2008 50,423 miles

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

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

both front brake discs worn

Pass 7 Jun 2007 44,933 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)

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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VA04 CVH is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VA04 CVH, 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 VA04 CVH registered?

VA04 CVH is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 7 June 2004.

Is VA04 CVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA04 CVH shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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