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CU04 BVH

2004 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 BVH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2016
Pass 17 Jun 2015 176,136 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front suspension lower arms thrust buses slight cracks

turbo air pipe sligh leek

Pass 9 Jun 2014 145,698 miles

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

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

O/S/F steering arm has slight play

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 167,220 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 150,202 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2011 140,710 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 122,093 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 99,140 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 53,778 miles

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

some wear in brake discs.

Pass 9 Jan 2007 47,383 miles

front brake pads look low

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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CU04 BVH is a 2004 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CU04 BVH, 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 CU04 BVH registered?

CU04 BVH is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is CU04 BVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU04 BVH shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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