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F5 MAM

2004 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

197,166 mi
Last recorded197,166 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF5 MAM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 197,166 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Non obligatory mirror damaged both ()

Pass 2 Sep 2019 193,800 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 189,600 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 183,023 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 176,494 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre and tread worn down to limit on inner shoulder

Slight play in steering rack offside inner joint

Pass 11 Sep 2015 170,488 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides of car (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 150,914 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 127,413 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen wipers smearing slightly

Pass 10 Oct 2013 127,413 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen wipers smearing slightly

Pass 3 Oct 2012 112,685 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 97,303 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 83,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Oct 2009 73,882 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 9 Sep 2008 66,146 miles

drivers rear tyre worn to 1.6mm and out of shape

front brake discs and pads worn

passenger rear tyre worn to 2mm

Fail 8 Sep 2008 66,141 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

drivers rear tyre worn to 1.6mm and out of shape

front brake discs and pads worn

passenger rear tyre worn to 2mm

Pass 3 Sep 2007 59,078 miles

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

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

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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F5 MAM is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F5 MAM, 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 F5 MAM registered?

F5 MAM is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is F5 MAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F5 MAM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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