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LR04 NPJ

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

140,013 mi
Last recorded140,013 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR04 NPJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 140,013 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2016 130,436 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 122,869 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 104,538 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 108,257 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 102,175 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2012 96,411 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 87,982 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2011 87,982 miles

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

registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 79,101 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 72,133 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 63,173 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2007 53,946 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 53,074 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 NPJ is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LR04 NPJ, 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 NPJ registered?

LR04 NPJ is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is LR04 NPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR04 NPJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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