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LF54 GGV

2004 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,433 mi
Last recorded84,433 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 GGV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 84,433 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Rear arm (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Rear arm (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 81,914 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 81,914 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 78,787 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 74,693 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 16 Aug 2013 68,335 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 68,335 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 62,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2011 58,202 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

engine undertray and belly pans fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2010 51,980 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 43,539 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 33,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 21,591 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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LF54 GGV is a 2004 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LF54 GGV, 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 LF54 GGV registered?

LF54 GGV is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is LF54 GGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF54 GGV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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