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CU04 PZW

2004 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

169,249 mi
Last recorded169,249 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 PZW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2021 169,249 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 164,682 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Mar 2019 157,559 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 151,365 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 144,747 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Mar 2017 144,627 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Mar 2016 135,006 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 204,474 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 119,936 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 119,936 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 113,275 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 109,856 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 106,260 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jan 2010 98,420 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 87,437 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 69,929 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 53,459 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 53,459 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

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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CU04 PZW is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CU04 PZW, 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

How do I check the history of CU04 PZW?

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What year was CU04 PZW registered?

CU04 PZW is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is CU04 PZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU04 PZW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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