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WP04 RLX

2004 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

93,604 mi
Last recorded93,604 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP04 RLX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 93,604 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 93,603 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 84,059 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 75,614 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 65,115 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 58,542 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Oct 2020 58,500 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 51,021 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 50,102 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 50,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 48,642 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Sep 2016 47,034 miles

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

fan belt cracking

possible gearbox oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2015 45,350 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 42,946 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 40,397 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 37,695 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 34,693 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 31,865 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 28,722 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 25,550 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 23,527 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 19,638 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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WP04 RLX is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WP04 RLX, 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 WP04 RLX registered?

WP04 RLX is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 10 June 2004.

Is WP04 RLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP04 RLX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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