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LG54 NTD

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,468 mi
Last recorded119,468 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG54 NTD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 119,468 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 119,460 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Parking brake inoperative on one side Insufficient effort both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre On inner wall ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON THE LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Pass 18 Sep 2018 112,024 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 103,261 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 94,244 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 86,777 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 79,262 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 71,171 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 62,226 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 52,755 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 45,125 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 Sep 2009 37,063 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 29,479 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 22,495 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 22,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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LG54 NTD is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LG54 NTD, 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 LG54 NTD registered?

LG54 NTD is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is LG54 NTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG54 NTD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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