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M15 DLV

2004 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

176,445 mi
Last recorded176,445 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM15 DLV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 176,445 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 176,322 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides lenses (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint back arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 165,402 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 154,008 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 116,193 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 109,804 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 109,804 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 99,011 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

rear disc's wearing thin

Pass 22 Nov 2010 90,902 miles

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 Front 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 18 Nov 2009 83,584 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 76,322 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 67,572 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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M15 DLV is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M15 DLV, 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 M15 DLV registered?

M15 DLV is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 November 2004.

Is M15 DLV safe to buy?

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