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VK54 KCC

2004 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,850 mi
Last recorded161,850 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK54 KCC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 161,850 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 156,695 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 156,695 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 150,815 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 138,573 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 127,021 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 110,029 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 95,768 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 78,324 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 21 Jan 2009 73,167 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 66,075 miles

UNABLE TO SEE FULL CONDITION OF BRAKE AND FUEL PIPES OWING TO COVERS FITTED TO UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE

Fail 26 Nov 2007 64,580 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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VK54 KCC is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VK54 KCC, 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 VK54 KCC registered?

VK54 KCC is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is VK54 KCC safe to buy?

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