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LG54 XFU

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

140,175 mi
Last recorded140,175 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 140,175 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 132,385 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 27 May 2014 124,324 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2013 119,746 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 116,807 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 113,933 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 108,485 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 108,485 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 102,665 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 94,943 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 84,922 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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LG54 XFU is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XFU, 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.

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What year was LG54 XFU registered?

LG54 XFU is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is LG54 XFU safe to buy?

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