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BF04 VYR

2004 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,931 mi
Last recorded135,931 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 VYR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 135,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 130,474 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 127,623 miles

Nearside Front child seat fitted

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

engine oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2014 123,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2013 115,280 miles

Both front tyres worn inner edge.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Fail 19 Oct 2013 115,274 miles

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

Both front tyres worn inner edge.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 101,790 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 88,503 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 88,503 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 75,211 miles

nearside front and offside front discs are slightly worn

Pass 20 Jun 2009 58,523 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 56,404 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

brake warning lamp on

Pass 6 Jun 2008 39,877 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 27,596 miles

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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BF04 VYR is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BF04 VYR, 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 BF04 VYR registered?

BF04 VYR is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is BF04 VYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF04 VYR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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