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VU04 HPL

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,991 mi
Last recorded159,991 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 HPL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 159,991 miles

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Offside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 May 2018 159,991 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Offside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 May 2017 159,297 miles

Oil leak ()

cuts nearside front tyre

cuts offside front tyre

nearside rear tyre deteriorated and cuts

Fail 17 May 2017 159,297 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Oil leak ()

cuts nearside front tyre

cuts offside front tyre

nearside rear tyre deteriorated and cuts

Pass 10 May 2016 154,047 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 148,432 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn inner edge

offside front tyre inner sidewall deteriorated

Pass 14 May 2014 141,579 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front and nearside rear tyres curb damage

Pass 3 May 2013 129,344 miles

Auto gearbox leaking

Fail 2 May 2013 129,344 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Auto gearbox leaking

Pass 15 May 2012 122,901 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 117,932 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 112,324 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 103,671 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 94,763 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 94,763 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 68,353 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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VU04 HPL is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 101,069 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VU04 HPL, 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 VU04 HPL?

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What year was VU04 HPL registered?

VU04 HPL is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is VU04 HPL safe to buy?

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