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LR04 CMK

2004 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

151,461 mi
Last recorded151,461 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR04 CMK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 151,461 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 145,090 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2022 145,090 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 136,647 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 132,321 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 203,964 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Nov 2017 203,942 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault Air bag light (5.4.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 118,467 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak ()

nearside front brake pipe rusty

offside front brake pipe rusty

offside front to rear brake pipe rusty

Fail 14 Nov 2016 118,467 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

nearside front brake pipe rusty

offside front brake pipe rusty

offside front to rear brake pipe rusty

Pass 14 Dec 2015 114,428 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Pass 9 Dec 2014 176,291 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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)

Fail 9 Dec 2014 176,291 miles

Nearside Front Upper 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 Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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 6 Dec 2013 166,039 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 97,096 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 97,096 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 27,091 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 87,638 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 79,700 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 71,394 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 63,208 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 53,689 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 40,972 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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LR04 CMK 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 77.3%.

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 LR04 CMK, 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 LR04 CMK registered?

LR04 CMK is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is LR04 CMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR04 CMK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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