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GU54 FXT

2004 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

227,355 mi
Last recorded227,355 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 FXT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 227,355 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 134,140 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 134,140 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 127,660 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 125,820 miles

Oil leak ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 123,563 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 118,077 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 110,157 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 102,633 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 92,758 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2011 80,465 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 68,472 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2009 56,076 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 43,010 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 33,281 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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GU54 FXT is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GU54 FXT, 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

How do I check the history of GU54 FXT?

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What year was GU54 FXT registered?

GU54 FXT is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is GU54 FXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU54 FXT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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