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YR04 PWL

2004 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

156,481 mi
Last recorded156,481 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR04 PWL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 156,481 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 154,201 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 147,566 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 139,214 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 131,749 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 123,340 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 115,178 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 108,389 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 97,777 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 90,451 miles

front pads low

nearside rear tyre wearing/balding inner edge

rear pads low

Pass 17 Jun 2010 86,073 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 78,320 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 78,320 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 70,019 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 60,157 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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YR04 PWL is a 2004 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YR04 PWL, 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 YR04 PWL registered?

YR04 PWL is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is YR04 PWL safe to buy?

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