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HW04 DKK

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,507 mi
Last recorded104,507 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW04 DKK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2019 104,507 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 97,256 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 92,278 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 90,140 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 85,521 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 79,008 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 68,558 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 58,877 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel tank straps loose

Pass 1 Mar 2011 50,958 miles

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

fuel tank strap loose

Pass 3 Mar 2010 44,424 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 38,231 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres stating to get low

front brake pads starting to get low

Pass 14 Mar 2008 32,287 miles

Nearside Front 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 7 Mar 2007 24,808 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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HW04 DKK is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 84,715 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW04 DKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW04 DKK registered?

HW04 DKK is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 25 March 2004.

Is HW04 DKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW04 DKK shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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