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YF54 XTA

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

180,237 mi
Last recorded180,237 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 XTA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 180,237 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 172,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 170,605 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Apr 2020 168,343 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 164,775 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 158,614 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 153,136 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 150,477 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2014 138,630 miles

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

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)

airbag light flickered on at time off test

seperate light source fitted to number plate

Pass 12 Apr 2013 131,439 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 131,400 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 116,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Apr 2011 96,901 miles

uneven wear on nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 92,735 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 84,379 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 84,378 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 60,957 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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YF54 XTA 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 88.2%.

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 YF54 XTA, 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 YF54 XTA registered?

YF54 XTA is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 29 December 2004.

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The MOT history for YF54 XTA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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