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YY04 ZXV

2004 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,582 mi
Last recorded77,582 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY04 ZXV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2021 77,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 75,384 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 73,770 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 70,243 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 68,351 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 66,495 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 64,295 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 61,201 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 57,229 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2012 54,957 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 52,018 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 48,660 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 45,069 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 40,889 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 31,460 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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YY04 ZXV is a 2004 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YY04 ZXV, 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 YY04 ZXV registered?

YY04 ZXV is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 8 July 2004.

Is YY04 ZXV safe to buy?

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