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LS04 KUW

2004 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

163,238 mi
Last recorded163,238 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS04 KUW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 163,238 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2016 163,238 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high Both sides adjusted (1.8)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' Item removed (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 152,483 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 139,665 miles

engine management light on

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 126,144 miles

eml on

Pass 29 Jun 2011 111,948 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 96,858 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 82,391 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 71,518 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 May 2007 64,295 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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LS04 KUW is a 2004 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LS04 KUW, 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 LS04 KUW registered?

LS04 KUW is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 18 April 2004.

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