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GUC 45

2004 BMW 545

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

102,370 mi
Last recorded102,370 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 54584,839 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUC 45
MakeBMW
Model545
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 102,370 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2021 101,709 miles

some corrosion to underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2019 101,447 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 101,352 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear tyres out of shape

Pass 6 Dec 2016 101,014 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut but not to cord

Pass 9 Sep 2015 100,270 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2014 99,530 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 97,952 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2012 96,388 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Aug 2012 96,388 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 545?

Based on 11,076 MOT tests across 670 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,978
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 382
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225
Brake pipe excessively corroded 157
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 136
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 135
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GUC 45 is a 2004 BMW 545 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 BMW 545 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 84,839 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 545 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GUC 45, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 545 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 545 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GUC 45 registered?

GUC 45 is a 2004 BMW 545, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is GUC 45 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUC 45 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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