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HV54 FXW

2004 BMW 645

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,840 mi
Last recorded103,840 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 64576,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV54 FXW
MakeBMW
Model645
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 103,840 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 May 2026 103,838 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 103,836 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2024 103,825 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 30 May 2024 103,825 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Front both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2023 102,576 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 102,553 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 102,524 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 102,323 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 102,323 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 101,027 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 96,108 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 87,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2010 74,029 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 64,437 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)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 58,033 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 53,751 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 53,745 miles

Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the BMW 645?

Based on 67,788 MOT tests across 4,007 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
4,673
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,475
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,417
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 903
position lamp(s) not working 735
Brake pipe excessively corroded 715
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HV54 FXW is a 2004 BMW 645 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 BMW 645 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 76,236 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 645 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV54 FXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 645 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 645 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV54 FXW registered?

HV54 FXW is a 2004 BMW 645, first registered on 22 October 2004.

Is HV54 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV54 FXW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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