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WD04 DDE

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

167,595 mi
Last recorded167,595 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD04 DDE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 167,595 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 166,482 miles

Rear little reserve travel on parking brake lever

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel knock felt at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 164,516 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 155,421 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 135,173 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Registration Plate Smashed

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre Cut From Inner Edge All Around But No Cords SHowing

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 135,173 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Registration Plate Smashed

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre Cut From Inner Edge All Around But No Cords SHowing

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 127,551 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 115,248 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 115,086 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 109,440 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 98,133 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 86,402 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 72,705 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 61,185 miles

parking brake close to reaching no reserve

Fail 15 Jul 2008 61,185 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

parking brake close to reaching no reserve

Pass 13 Jul 2007 48,753 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 48,733 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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WD04 DDE is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WD04 DDE, 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 WD04 DDE registered?

WD04 DDE is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2004.

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