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AF04 FWN

2004 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,765 mi
Last recorded62,765 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 525101,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 FWN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 62,765 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2017 62,765 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 58,716 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 52,428 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 50,177 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 48,769 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 46,903 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2012 46,903 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2011 43,174 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion on front brake discs

offside headlamp bracket broken but still secure

Pass 20 Mar 2010 37,197 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 32,030 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 27,698 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 21,278 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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AF04 FWN is a 2004 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FWN, 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 FWN registered?

AF04 FWN is a 2004 BMW 525, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is AF04 FWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 FWN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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