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GV54 ETZ

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,780 mi
Last recorded181,780 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 ETZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2017 181,780 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 30 Nov 2016 170,728 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) when on shaker plates ()

Pass 3 Nov 2015 195,853 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 144,690 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 122,905 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 101,851 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 88,216 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 73,980 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 56,645 miles

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

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

Restrait system light active indicating fault in system

Pass 18 Nov 2008 43,160 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 29,341 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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GV54 ETZ is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV54 ETZ, 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 GV54 ETZ registered?

GV54 ETZ is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 November 2004.

Is GV54 ETZ safe to buy?

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