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AF04 FVH

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

133,069 mi
Last recorded133,069 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 FVH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 133,069 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 124,004 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 124,004 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 108,669 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 98,668 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 83,092 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 71,774 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 69,658 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 65,025 miles

2 childs seats fitted in rear at time of test

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Knock from steering when shaken

N/S/F Tyre tread low

N/S/R Tyre tread low

O/S/R Tyre tread low

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2011 61,107 miles

Advise offside front door mirror glass cracked

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 53,158 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 47,219 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 47,218 miles

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

nearside rear tyre on 3mm and has 2 cuts in tread

Pass 14 Apr 2008 41,259 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 41,259 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 31,119 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AF04 FVH is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 99,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF04 FVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF04 FVH registered?

AF04 FVH is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is AF04 FVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 FVH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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