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BJ04 NJU

2004 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,464 mi
Last recorded146,464 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ04 NJU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 146,464 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all tyres have cuts in inner sidewalls but not deep enough to reach cords

brake pipes corroded

o/s rear lower radius arm bush has play

Pass 23 May 2016 212,842 miles

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 May 2016 212,784 miles

Nearside 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)

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)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 126,787 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 116,356 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 116,356 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 108,730 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 101,782 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 87,160 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 75,857 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 68,510 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Apr 2009 68,510 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 61,164 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 48,246 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 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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BJ04 NJU is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 84,715 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ04 NJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ04 NJU registered?

BJ04 NJU is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is BJ04 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ04 NJU 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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