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HY54 HFV

2004 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

178,724 mi
Last recorded178,724 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY54 HFV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 178,724 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

parking brake has only just met the minimum requirement ( 16% )

Pass 25 Mar 2015 173,860 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2014 260,500 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 156,311 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 147,880 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 55,018 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 55,018 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 118,969 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 95,991 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

unable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

wear front discs

Pass 8 Aug 2007 63,517 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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HY54 HFV is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HY54 HFV, 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.

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What year was HY54 HFV registered?

HY54 HFV is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is HY54 HFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY54 HFV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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