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HG04 SZF

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

217,860 mi
Last recorded217,860 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 SZF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 217,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 212,541 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 207,302 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 207,302 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 200,743 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 191,133 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 180,364 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 175,723 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 175,723 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 101,898 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 91,771 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2010 87,093 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 78,717 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 73,810 miles

both front wheel bearings are starting to grind very slightly.ok at time of test. possible replacement next service.advise only.

front and rear brake discs are slightly lipped will require replacement next brake pad change.

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres are slightly scuffed on the outer sidewalls. ok at time of test. advise only

n/s/r tyre has a nail into tread. recomend replacement advise only.

Pass 13 Mar 2007 64,003 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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HG04 SZF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black 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 HG04 SZF, 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 HG04 SZF registered?

HG04 SZF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 March 2004.

Is HG04 SZF safe to buy?

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