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KK04 AYD

2004 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,553 mi
Last recorded147,553 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKK04 AYD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2015 147,553 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 142,094 miles

Inner Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 123,273 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 101,902 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 101,902 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 9 Jan 2012 101,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front discs lipped

Front pad warning wires not connected

Pass 8 Feb 2011 85,699 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 85,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2010 77,487 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 66,569 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 56,537 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 40,719 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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KK04 AYD is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KK04 AYD, 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 KK04 AYD?

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What year was KK04 AYD registered?

KK04 AYD is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is KK04 AYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KK04 AYD shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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