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CE54 YHU

2004 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,564 mi
Last recorded109,564 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE54 YHU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 109,564 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil ns and os (2.7.3)

advise parking brake adjustment limit just met

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 109,564 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil ns and os (2.7.3)

advise parking brake adjustment limit just met

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 89,088 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 82,154 miles
Fail 17 May 2014

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2013 72,212 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 100,678 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 51,635 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)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 43,337 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 35,962 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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CE54 YHU is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CE54 YHU, 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 CE54 YHU registered?

CE54 YHU is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is CE54 YHU safe to buy?

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