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VU04 VKZ

2004 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

133,751 mi
Last recorded133,751 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 VKZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 133,751 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 128,449 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis wing (6.1.B.1a)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 120,707 miles

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

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

Front Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately both (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 116,399 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 116,397 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2013 112,332 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 107,091 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 103,030 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 94,592 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 85,060 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 76,842 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 66,220 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 66,220 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 55,791 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 VKZ is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VU04 VKZ, 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 VKZ?

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What year was VU04 VKZ registered?

VU04 VKZ is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is VU04 VKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 VKZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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