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FD04 VKF

2004 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

135,812 mi
Last recorded135,812 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD04 VKF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 135,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted

Pass 5 May 2018 130,100 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

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

sill covers & under trays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2017 123,167 miles

Front coil spring corroded to rear all four (2.4.C.1b)

brake pipes slightly pitted and corroded

under tray fited

Pass 26 Feb 2016 106,407 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S & O/S (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 100,988 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 100,988 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 94,272 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 88,563 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 81,995 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 75,394 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 68,678 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 64,844 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 56,239 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 52,039 miles

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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FD04 VKF is a 2004 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FD04 VKF, 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 FD04 VKF registered?

FD04 VKF is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is FD04 VKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD04 VKF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD04 VKF have outstanding finance?

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