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BC04 AYG

2004 BMW 545

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

174,009 mi
Last recorded174,009 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 54584,839 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 AYG
MakeBMW
Model545
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 174,009 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 164,296 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 158,683 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 143,610 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 134,721 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 129,944 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 29 Feb 2020 129,932 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 123,486 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 123,486 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 119,584 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 112,937 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 108,572 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 103,190 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 98,105 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 91,304 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 91,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 88,819 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 82,839 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 75,809 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 70,308 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 64,273 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 53,956 miles

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How Reliable is the BMW 545?

Based on 11,076 MOT tests across 670 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,978
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 382
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225
Brake pipe excessively corroded 157
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 136
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 135
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BC04 AYG is a 2004 BMW 545 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 BMW 545 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 84,839 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 545 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BC04 AYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 545 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 545 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BC04 AYG registered?

BC04 AYG is a 2004 BMW 545, first registered on 17 April 2004.

Is BC04 AYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC04 AYG 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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