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HL04 ZBC

2004 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,220 mi
Last recorded117,220 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHL04 ZBC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 117,220 miles

covers fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2017 114,927 miles

cover sills fitted to door sills restricting testers view

engine cover & under trays fitted restricting testers view

Pass 19 Aug 2016 112,000 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 112,000 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 109,501 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 107,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2013 106,083 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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HL04 ZBC is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HL04 ZBC, 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 HL04 ZBC?

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What year was HL04 ZBC registered?

HL04 ZBC is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is HL04 ZBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HL04 ZBC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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