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LS04 XRK

2004 BMW 520

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

193,307 mi
Last recorded193,307 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS04 XRK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2021 193,307 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2021 193,307 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 169,248 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 165,196 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 153,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2013 147,057 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2012 127,735 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 105,676 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 105,616 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 90,743 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 84,550 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 82,394 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 75,189 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 71,165 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 57,823 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 XRK is a 2004 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XRK, 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 LS04 XRK registered?

LS04 XRK is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is LS04 XRK safe to buy?

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