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LS54 KRF

2004 BMW 5 Series

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,756 mi
Last recorded86,756 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 KRF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 86,756 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak ()

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower rear rose bushes - both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 74,975 miles

TPMS light indicates possible tyre pressure problem

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

nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 9 Jul 2015 74,975 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

TPMS light indicates possible tyre pressure problem

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

nail in tread nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2014 63,535 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 63,535 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 May 2013 59,747 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 57,457 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 9 May 2011 51,486 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 45,706 miles

Near side front tyre cut in side wall

Near side rear tyre cut in side wall

Fail 19 May 2009 36,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2009 36,600 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 28,694 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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LS54 KRF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 99,614 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS54 KRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS54 KRF registered?

LS54 KRF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is LS54 KRF safe to buy?

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