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AF04 FTP

2004 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

81,756 mi
Last recorded81,756 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 FTP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 81,756 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 81,527 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 81,286 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 80,617 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Fail 17 Aug 2022 80,617 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 79,962 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 79,244 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 79,240 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2019 78,430 miles

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 77,175 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 75,652 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 73,657 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 71,561 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 69,409 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 69,409 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 67,502 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 65,465 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Both front tyres slight cracks in tread

Pass 26 Aug 2011 63,624 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 60,926 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 58,388 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 53,618 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 50,992 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)

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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AF04 FTP is a 2004 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AF04 FTP, 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 AF04 FTP registered?

AF04 FTP is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 4 March 2004.

Is AF04 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 FTP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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