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VU54 NTM

2004 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,050 mi
Last recorded122,050 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 NTM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2013 122,050 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 103,612 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 94,763 miles

underbody and sills coverd with plastic

Pass 29 Dec 2009 81,376 miles

N/S REAR SEATBELT NOT TESTED DUE TO CHILDS SEAT

UNDERBODY AND SILLS NOT TESTED DUE TO PLASTIC COVERS

Pass 15 Dec 2008 71,005 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 65,922 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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VU54 NTM is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 VU54 NTM, 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 VU54 NTM?

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What year was VU54 NTM registered?

VU54 NTM is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is VU54 NTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU54 NTM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU54 NTM have outstanding finance?

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