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LN54 AAX

2004 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,128 mi
Last recorded69,128 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN54 AAX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 69,128 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 69,128 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 63,426 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 63,426 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 58,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 58,193 miles

Front oil leak on engine

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2021 58,193 miles

Front oil leak on engine

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and offside (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 51,798 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 49,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive View obscured by undertrays (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 47,001 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 44,781 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2017 44,781 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Mar 2016 41,744 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 39,394 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 37,172 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 34,585 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 31,107 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 27,930 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2010 24,598 miles

ADVICE OFF SIDE REAR TYRE LOW ON THREADS.

Pass 7 Apr 2009 21,257 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 18,502 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 15,452 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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LN54 AAX is a 2004 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LN54 AAX, 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 LN54 AAX registered?

LN54 AAX is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is LN54 AAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN54 AAX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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