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EF54 KGP

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,508 mi
Last recorded134,508 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 KGP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 134,508 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 131,995 miles

Front both tie rods o/s and n/s

Pass 23 Feb 2015 123,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jan 2014 112,253 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 101,033 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 100,871 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 14 Dec 2011 92,188 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Dec 2011 92,185 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2010 80,977 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 80,977 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 68,077 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 53,991 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 40,866 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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EF54 KGP is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EF54 KGP, 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 EF54 KGP registered?

EF54 KGP is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is EF54 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF54 KGP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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