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YH54 BBU

2004 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

108,098 mi
Last recorded108,098 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH54 BBU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2023 108,098 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 106,692 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 105,759 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 104,983 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 104,983 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 103,963 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 103,963 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 102,017 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 99,753 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 99,753 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 97,553 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 93,952 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 90,479 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 85,278 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 79,292 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 64,660 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 69,087 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 63,720 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 56,967 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 56,967 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 50,921 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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YH54 BBU is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YH54 BBU, 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.

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What year was YH54 BBU registered?

YH54 BBU is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is YH54 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH54 BBU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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