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GP54 UEC

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,530 mi
Last recorded90,530 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP54 UEC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 90,530 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Nov 2017 90,528 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured inner lip (4.2.B.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Sep 2016 88,130 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2016 88,110 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 84,967 miles

both registration plates slightly discoloured

wiper blades smear slightly

Fail 2 Oct 2015 84,961 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine covers fitted

front and rear number plates faded and discoloured but still readable

under trays fitted and damp with oil

wipers smearing

Pass 3 Jan 2014 78,011 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 71,108 miles

Near side front tyre low on inner edge

Pass 8 Nov 2011 66,237 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 59,050 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 59,043 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2009 53,333 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 45,529 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 35,197 miles

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

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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GP54 UEC is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP54 UEC, 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 GP54 UEC registered?

GP54 UEC is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 November 2004.

Is GP54 UEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP54 UEC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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