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YD54 SJV

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

216,223 mi
Last recorded216,223 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD54 SJV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 216,223 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 194,778 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 187,356 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 180,733 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 143,651 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight play in offside rear bottom ball joint.

Fail 22 Nov 2011 143,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight play in offside rear bottom ball joint.

Pass 8 Nov 2010 119,242 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 49,771 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 61,591 miles

slight play in in offside steering rack knuckle

Fail 18 Aug 2008 61,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

slight play in in offside steering rack knuckle

Pass 3 Sep 2007 46,617 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 46,617 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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YD54 SJV is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YD54 SJV, 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 YD54 SJV registered?

YD54 SJV is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is YD54 SJV safe to buy?

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