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GR04 FPF

2004 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,618 mi
Last recorded104,618 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR04 FPF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 104,618 miles

engine covers and under shields fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2019 104,617 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers and under shields fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2018 94,654 miles

Front advise both headlight lenses descoloured

Pass 3 Aug 2017 87,491 miles

Nearside Front 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 17 Aug 2016 82,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 75,216 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 67,581 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 61,249 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 56,139 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 51,803 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 46,986 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 40,838 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 34,770 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 34,765 miles

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

front brakes low

Pass 24 Jul 2007 26,441 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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GR04 FPF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GR04 FPF, 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 GR04 FPF registered?

GR04 FPF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is GR04 FPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR04 FPF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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