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YE54 LXG

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

124,116 mi
Last recorded124,116 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE54 LXG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 124,116 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 102,342 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 93,549 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 93,369 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 59,625 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 51,454 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 44,693 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 44,693 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,470 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 34,460 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 28,176 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)

all tyres cracking in tyre tread due to age

Fail 18 Nov 2009 28,176 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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)

all tyres cracking in tyre tread due to age

Pass 25 Nov 2008 21,880 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 16,131 miles

all four tyres cracking on center of tread

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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YE54 LXG is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YE54 LXG, 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 YE54 LXG registered?

YE54 LXG is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is YE54 LXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE54 LXG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YE54 LXG have outstanding finance?

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